Chicken and Chickpea Abgoosht with Cardamom and Cilantro

Chicken and Chickpea Abgoosht with Cardamom and Cilantro is a delicious and hearty Persian stew that is perfect for a cozy dinner. This dish is made with tender chicken, protein-packed chickpeas, fragrant cardamom, and fresh cilantro.

To make this dish, you will need the following ingredients per serving:

- 1 chicken breast, bone-in and skin-on
- 1/2 cup cooked chickpeas
- 1/2 onion, chopped
- 1 garlic clove, minced
- 1/2 teaspoon ground cardamom
- 1/4 teaspoon turmeric
- 1/4 teaspoon cinnamon
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 tablespoon tomato paste
- 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
- 1 cup water
- 1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro

To start, heat the vegetable oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add the onion and garlic and sauté until softened, about 5 minutes. Add the chicken breast and brown on both sides, about 5 minutes per side.
Add the chickpeas, cardamom, turmeric, cinnamon, salt, and black pepper to the pot. Stir to combine.
Dilute the tomato paste in 1 cup of water and add it to the pot. Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce the heat to low and cover the pot. Simmer for 45 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through and tender.
Remove the chicken from the pot and shred the meat. Return the shredded chicken to the pot and stir to combine.
Serve the Chicken and Chickpea Abgoosht with Cardamom and Cilantro hot, garnished with fresh cilantro. This dish is perfect for a cold winter night, as it is warm, comforting, and filling. The cardamom adds a unique and fragrant flavor to the dish, while the cilantro adds a fresh and bright note.
Type of dish: Persian stew
Main ingredients: Chicken, chickpeas, cardamom
Enjoy this delicious and flavorful Chicken and Chickpea Abgoosht with Cardamom and Cilantro recipe!