Georgian Chicken Satsivi with Saffron Rice

Ingredients

• 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
• 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken thighs
• 1 medium yellow onion, finely chopped
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1/2 cup walnuts
• 1/2 cup chicken broth
• 1 tablespoon white vinegar
• 1/2 teaspoon ground coriander
• 1/2 teaspoon fenugreek powder
• Pinch of saffron threads
• 1 1/2 cups basmati rice
• 3 cups water (for rice)
• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 8 ounces asparagus, trimmed
• Salt
• black pepper
• 2 tablespoons chopped fresh cilantro (for garnish)