Turkish-Spiced Chicken & Turmeric Rice
with Balances protein and fiber while limiting fat, sodium, and added sugar Broccoli, Carrots & Garlic Yogurt Sauce
- Milk
Bold, warming Turkish spices transform tender chicken into savory, golden nuggets. This vibrant dish pairs the aromatic chicken with turmeric rice and perfectly roasted, crisp-tender broccoli and carrots. To finish, a drizzle of cool, garlicky yogurt sauce adds a creamy contrast that brings balance to every bite.
Ingredients
3 tablespoon
Sour Cream
(Contains: Milk)
10 ounce
Chopped Chicken Breast
16 ounce
Broccoli
1 tablespoon
Fry Seasoning
12 ounce
Carrot
1 unit
Lemon
1 teaspoon
Turmeric
4 tablespoon
Yogurt
(Contains: Milk)
1 tablespoon
Turkish Spice Blend
1 teaspoon
Garlic Powder
¼ ounce
Cilantro
½ cup
Basmati Rice
Not included in your delivery
teaspoon (tsp)
Salt
1 teaspoon (tsp)
Cooking Oil
teaspoon (tsp)
Black Pepper
Nutrition Values
Utensils
Cooking Steps
Adjust rack to top position (top and middle positions for 4 servings) and preheat oven to 450 degrees. Wash and dry produce.
Cut broccoli into bite-size pieces if necessary. Trim, peel, and cut carrots on a diagonal into ¼-inch-thick pieces. Zest and quarter lemon. Roughly chop cilantro.
In a small pot, combine rice, turmeric, ¾ cup water (1½ cups for 4 servings), and a pinch of salt. Bring to a boil, then cover and reduce to a low simmer. Cook until rice is tender, 15-18 minutes.
Keep covered off heat until ready to serve.
While rice cooks, toss broccoli and carrots on a baking sheet with a large drizzle of oil, Fry Seasoning, salt, and pepper. Roast on top rack until browned and tender, 15-20 minutes. (For 4 servings, divide between two sheets; roast on top and middle racks, swapping rack positions halfway through.)
Meanwhile, in a small bowl, combine yogurt, sour cream, garlic powder, juice from half the lemon, salt, and pepper.
Add water 1 tsp at a time until mixture reaches a drizzling consistency.
Open package of chicken* and drain off any excess liquid.
Heat a drizzle of oil in a large pan over medium-high heat. Add chicken; season with Turkish Spice Blend, salt, and pepper. Cook, stirring occasionally, until browned and cooked through, 4-6 minutes.
Add 2 TBSP water (4 TBSP for 4 servings); cook, stirring, until chicken becomes saucy, 30-60 seconds more.
Fluff rice with a fork; stir in lemon zest. Taste and season with salt and pepper.
Divide rice, roasted veggies, and chicken between plates. Drizzle everything with garlic yogurt sauce. Garnish with cilantro and serve with remaining lemon wedges on the side.
Customer reviews
Review summary
Updated on Sep 2026- Flavor: The Turkish spice blend and garlic yogurt sauce were highlights for many; opinions on heat level varied — some found it pleasantly warming, others unexpectedly spicy 🌶️.
- Ease of prep: Quick and easy to pull together on a weeknight, though a few noted the rice needed more water than instructed to cook through properly.
- Suggestions: Use only half the Turkish spice blend if you prefer milder heat, and add a splash more water to the rice to avoid dryness or bitterness. The yogurt sauce was a crowd favorite — double it for extra drizzling. A few found the turmeric rice bitter on its own but enjoyed it combined with the rest of the dish.
- Leftovers: This dish was noted as a bit dry the next day; the garlic yogurt sauce helps, so keep extra on hand for reheating.
