Persian Saffron Chicken & Herb Rice – Best Food Recipe

Ingredients

• 4 boneless, skinless chicken thighs
• 1 cup basmati rice
• 1½ cups fresh parsley, chopped
• ½ cup fresh dill, chopped
• ½ cup fresh cilantro, chopped
• 1 small onion, finely diced
• 2 garlic cloves, minced
• 1 pinch saffron threads
• 2 tbsp hot water (for saffron)
• ½ tsp turmeric
• ¼ tsp cinnamon
• 1 tbsp lemon juice
• 3 tbsp olive oil
• Salt and pepper to taste
• Optional: barberries or dried cranberries for garnish