Ingredients

The following ingredients have 4 Servings
  • 1 pinch saffron
  • 1 tablespoon ghee or olive oil
  • 1 large carrot (peeled, chopped)
  • 1 stalk celery (outside parts peeled, chopped)
  • 1 1/2 cups basmati rice (or jasmine rice)
  • 3 cups low sodium chicken broth
  • 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
  • 1 1/4 cups poached or roasted chicken breast (shredded)
  • 1 lemon
  • fresh parsley (chopped)

Instruction

  • Place saffron in a small bowl and add a little water; let soak.
  • Heat ghee in large skillet. Add carrots and celery; saute until carrots soften, about 3-4 minutes. Add rice and saute until lightly toasted, coating with oil.