YOGURT-BRAISED CHICKEN WITH CASHEWS AND RAISINS

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Yogurt-Braised Chicken with Cashews and Raisins image

Provided by Susan Feniger

Categories     Chicken     Yogurt     High Fiber     Raisin     Cashew     Bon Appétit

Yield Makes 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 14

1 3-pound best-of-fryer chicken (8 pieces)
1 1/2 tablespoons plus 2 teaspoons coarse kosher salt
4 teaspoons ground cumin, divided
1 1/2 teaspoons ground cardamom, divided
1 teaspoon cayenne pepper
2 1/2 cups raisins (about 12 ounces), divided
1 1/2 cups hot water
4 cups plain yogurt
2 teaspoons freshly ground black pepper
2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
5 tablespoons Clarified Butter
1 cup raw cashews (about 5 ounces)
10 whole cloves
1/3 to 1/2 cup fresh lemon juice

Steps:

  • Place chicken, skin side up, on rimmed baking sheet. Mix 1 1/2 tablespoons salt, 3 teaspoons cumin, 1 teaspoon cardamom, and cayenne in small bowl. Sprinkle chicken generously on all sides with spice mix. Let stand 2 hours.
  • Combine 1 cup raisins and 1 1/2 cups hot water in medium bowl. Cover; soak until raisins are soft, at least 30 minutes and up to 1 hour. Drain, reserving soaking liquid. Blend raisins and 3 tablespoons reserved soaking liquid in mini processor, adding more soaking liquid, if needed, to make smooth paste.
  • Place yogurt in medium bowl; whisk 1 minute to lighten. Add black pepper, cinnamon, remaining 2 teaspoons salt, 1 teaspoon cumin, and 1/2 teaspoon cardamom and whisk to blend.
  • Heat butter in large nonstick skillet over high heat. Add chicken, skin side down, and sauté until brown, about 6 minutes per side. Add remaining 1 1/2 cups raisins, cashews, and cloves. Slowly stir in yogurt mixture. Reduce heat, cover, and simmer until chicken is cooked through, about 12 minutes.
  • Transfer chicken to platter. Whisk raisin paste and 1/3 cup lemon juice into sauce. Simmer to blend, whisking constantly, about 4 minutes. Season with salt, pepper, and more lemon juice, if desired. Spoon over chicken.

Dilsher Khoso
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I would not recommend this dish.


Md Ekram Khan
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This dish was not what I expected.


Jessica Timblin
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I would definitely make this dish again!


Min That Hein
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This dish was delicious!


King007 Runvs
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I loved this dish!


Ray Anaya
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This dish was amazing!


Sawira Simi
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This dish was okay. The chicken was a bit dry, and the sauce was not as flavorful as I expected. I would not recommend this dish to others.


BANGLADESH TOP 1
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This dish was a bit too spicy for my taste, but other than that it was very good. The chicken was tender and flavorful, and the sauce was rich and creamy. I would definitely recommend this dish to others, but I would suggest using less chili powder.


Vickie Kucera
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I'm not a huge fan of yogurt, but this dish was surprisingly good! The chicken was tender and flavorful, and the sauce was rich and creamy. I especially loved the addition of cashews and raisins. I will definitely be making this again.


Jessica Rippy
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This dish was easy to make and so delicious! I love the combination of yogurt and spices. The chicken was tender and juicy, and the sauce was flavorful and creamy. I will definitely be making this again.


LD Vai
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I made this dish last night and it was a hit with my family! The chicken was cooked perfectly and the sauce was so flavorful. I especially loved the addition of cashews and raisins. This dish is definitely a keeper!


Muhmmad Hussnein
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This dish was absolutely delicious! The chicken was so tender and flavorful, and the yogurt sauce was rich and creamy. I loved the combination of cashews and raisins, and the dish was easy to make. I will definitely be making this again!