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Name: Authentic Black Rice with Chicken and Almonds
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 45 min
Yield: 2
Cuisine: India
Ingredients: 1 cup forbidden black rice; 250 grams chicken breast or thighs, boneless and cubed; 2 tablespoons olive oil; 1/4 cup slivered almonds; 1 teaspoon garlic powder; 1/2 teaspoon salt (or to taste); 1/4 teaspoon black pepper; 2 cups water or chicken broth; 1 small onion, finely chopped (optional, for traditional flavor); 1/2 teaspoon cumin seeds (optional, for authentic tempering)