SAFFRON CHICKEN WITH ALMOND PILAF AND GARLIC MINT YOGHURT
Discover a dish that celebrates the warmth of Middle Eastern-inspired flavours and the comfort of wholesome, aromatic cooking. Our Saffron Chicken with Almond Pilaf and Garlic Mint Yoghurt is a vibrant and beautifully balanced meal that delights the senses from the first glance to the last bite.
At the heart of the dish lies tender chicken infused with the delicate perfume of saffron, a golden spice prized for its subtle floral aroma and luxurious hue. Each piece is marinated and cooked to perfection, absorbing the rich depth of the saffron while remaining juicy and full of flavour.
The chicken is served atop a fragrant almond pilaf, a bed of fluffy, perfectly cooked rice studded with sweet sultanas, gently shredded carrot, and a scattering of toasted slivered almonds. Every spoonful offers a delightful contrast of textures: the gentle chew of sultanas adding bursts of sweetness, the carrots lending softness and natural colour, and the almonds contributing a satisfying, nutty crunch. Fresh parsley brings a bright, herbaceous lift, tying the whole dish together with a note of freshness.
To finish, a cool and creamy garlic mint yoghurt is drizzled generously over the top, its tangy, refreshing flavour perfectly balancing the warmth of the saffron and the subtle sweetness of the pilaf. The yoghurt’s garlicky depth and cooling mint create a harmonious contrast that enlivens every bite, transforming the dish into a complete, multi-sensory experience.
The result is a meal that is at once comforting and exotic, rich yet refreshing, familiar yet adventurous. Every element works in harmony to create a plate that feels both nourishing and sophisticated. Saffron Chicken with Almond Pilaf and Garlic Mint Yoghurt invites you to slow down, savour, and enjoy a taste of fragrant elegance right at your table.
Note: Delivers Tuesday.
| NUTRITION INFORMATION – MUSCLE BUILDING (HIGH CARB) | ||
|---|---|---|
| Servings per package: 1.00 | ||
| Serving size 400.00g | ||
| Average Quantity per Serving | Average Quantity per 100g | |
| Energy | 2359 kJ
|
589kJ |
| Protein | 49 g | 12.3 g |
| Fat, total | 16 g | 4 g |
| -Saturated | 4.8 g | 1.1 g |
| Carbohydrate | 56 g | 14 g |
| -Sugars | 5.5 g | 1.4 g |
| Sodium | 486 mg | 122 mg |
| NUTRITION INFORMATION – WEIGHT LOSS (LOW CARB) | ||
|---|---|---|
| Servings per package: 1.00 | ||
| Serving size 300.00g | ||
| Average Quantity per Serving | Average Quantity per 100g | |
| Energy | 1539 kJ
|
513 kJ |
| Protein | 40 g | 13.3 g |
| Fat, total | 12 g | 4 g |
| -Saturated | 3.6 g | 1.2 g |
| Carbohydrate | 25.2 g | 8.3 g |
| -Sugars | 4.6 g | 1.4 g |
| Sodium | 324 mg | 108 mg |
| NUTRITION INFORMATION – KETO (NO CARB) | ||
|---|---|---|
| Servings per package: 1.00 | ||
| Serving size 280g | ||
| Average Quantity per Serving | Average Quantity per 100g | |
| Energy | 1410 kJ
|
503 kJ |
| Protein | 50 g | 17.9 g |
| Fat, total | 13 g | 4.6 g |
| -Saturated | 8.5 g | 3 g |
| Carbohydrate | 5.0 g | 1.8 g |
| -Sugars | 3.6 g | 1.3 g |
| Sodium | 336 mg | 120 mg |
Ingredients: Chicken Breast, Chicken Thigh (Marinated with Saffron, Olive Oil, Garlic, Lemon Juice, Salt, Black Pepper), Almond Pilaf (Basmati Rice, Sultanas, Cooked Shredded Carrot, Slivered Almonds, Onion, Garlic, Olive Oil, Butter, Chicken Stock, Ground Cumin, Ground Coriander, Ground Turmeric, Ground Cinnamon, Salt, Black Pepper), Garlic Mint Yoghurt (Greek Yoghurt, Fresh Mint, Garlic, Lemon Juice, Olive Oil, Salt), Fresh Parsley.
Allergen Notice: All meals are prepared in a kitchen whose environment contains eggs, fish, milk, sesame, soy, nuts, tree nuts, gluten, sulphites and lupin. Though best practices are used in preparing the meal, inadvertent cross-contamination may occur. We cannot guarantee the complete absence of these allergens. Mr Meals does not advise the consumption of it's meal should you have any allergies.