Cumin-Spiced Chicken and Chickpea Stew

Ingredients

• 1 1/2 pounds boneless, skinless chicken breast
• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 1 large yellow onion, chopped
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 tablespoon fresh ginger, grated
• 1 teaspoon ground cumin
• 1/2 teaspoon turmeric powder
• 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
• 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
• 2 medium sweet potatoes, peeled and diced
• 1 can (14.5 ounces) diced tomatoes, undrained
• 1 can (15 ounces) chickpeas, rinsed and drained
• 2 cups vegetable broth
• Salt and black pepper to taste
• 1 cup white basmati rice, uncooked
• 2 cups water (for rice)