Few foods go together as well as chicken and rice. The subtle flavor of chicken and the understated flavor of rice have been combined for centuries all over the world from India to China, Europe to America.
Various regions around the globe produce distinct flavors from the spices, sauces and ingredients indigenous to the specific area, all of which blend well with flexible chicken and versatile rice. Whether using long-grain white, Basmati
or Arborio rice with whole chicken or chicken pieces, the essence is subtle enough to allow the absorption of the flavors of other components in the dish.
The most delicious chicken and rice dishes use similar spices, sauces and other ingredients both with the chicken and with the rice to create a sense of unity and continuity across the plate. Since they have been served together in so many countries,
there are endless flavor possibilities when preparing chicken and rice. The two components can be cooked separately or blended together as in such favorites as stir-fries or casseroles. A fresh garden or green salad will finish any chicken and rice meal
with style and create a nutritionally well-balanced entrée. With so many options in flavors, it is no wonder that chicken and rice has remained on the top of family and restaurant menus for decades. |
