Chicken stuffed with rice and dried apricots
Description
Chicken stuffed with rice and dried apricots is perfect for anyone who enjoys the savory-sweet combination of meat and dried fruit. To make the filling even more interesting, you can also add prunes or figs, for example. This dish is an excellent choice for busy home cooks who love preparing delicious meals with minimal effort.
Instructions
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Step 1
1. If necessary, clean the bird from giblets and remove excess fat. Wash thoroughly, then dry.
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Step 2
2. Mix salt with pepper, and if desired, add a little paprika, then rub the mixture all over the bird, including inside. Use carefully in the recipe for chicken stuffed with rice and apricots, so as not to overpower the dish's flavor. Cover the poultry with plastic wrap or place it in a plastic bag and refrigerate for a couple of hours, or leave it overnight.
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Step 3
3. To prepare the filling, place the rice in cold water and put it on the stove. After boiling, add salt and cook until half-done. Let it cool completely. Meanwhile, finely chop the apricots (in this case, prunes are also added for a piquant flavor) and mix them into the cooled rice. Thoroughly combine everything.
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Step 4
4. Taste the filling and, if necessary, add salt or pepper to taste.
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Step 5
5. Then stuff the bird with it. The rice should be packed fairly tightly, pressing it down with a spoon.
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Step 6
6. Then secure the top with a toothpick or skewer, place in a greased baking dish, and put into a preheated oven. Bake at 180 degrees for 80-80 minutes.
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Step 7
7. When the chicken stuffed with rice and dried apricots is ready, remove the skewer. Let it cool slightly, then slice the chicken and serve.