Step-by-step visual guide to a bold, wholesome, flavor-packed dish.
Inspired by the ancient Persian origins of pilaf—later embraced across the Middle East and Mediterranean—this all-in-one recipe brings together sweet roasted vegetables, aromatic rice, and tender chicken, united by our High-Phenolic PJ Kabos Extra Virgin Olive Oil.
Enjoy the deep, smoky eggplant flavors as they mingle with sweet peppers, tender carrots, golden onions, and juicy chicken—each bite enriched by the bold, peppery essence of antioxidant-rich olive oil, an ingredient that acts as both foundation and spice.
It’s a comforting and super healthy meal that’s as good for the body as it is for the senses.
Step-by-Step Visual Guide: Healthy Mediterranean Chicken Pilaf with High-Phenolic EVOO
Main Dish—serves: 4
PJ KABOS High Phenolic Extra Virgin Olive Oil used: PJ KABOS, "Family Reserve Organic - Robust" Extra Virgin Olive Oil (Black Bottle)
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PJ KABOS, "Family Reserve Organic - Robust" Extra Virgin Olive Oil
Ingredients
For the vegetables
- 2 eggplants
- 6 sweet red peppers
- 5 sweet yellow peppers
- 1 cups PJ KABOS, "Family Reserve Organic - Robust" Extra Virgin Olive Oil
- 1 onion
- 2 medium carrots
- 1 pinch of saffron
For the base
- 700 grams chicken thighs or breast, skinless
- ½ cup PJ KABOS, "Family Reserve Organic - Robust" Extra Virgin Olive Oil
- 1½ cup rice; Basmati, rinsed
- 1 liter homemade chicken broth (previously prepared) or just water
- Salt, to taste
- Pepper, to taste
For garnish
- Fresh herbs, optional
- Garlic cloves with skin, optional
- PJ KABOS, "Family Reserve Organic - Phenolic Shot" Extra Virgin Olive Oil, drizzle a small amount, optional
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PJ KABOS, "Family Reserve Organic - Phenolic Shot" Extra Virgin Olive Oil
Preparation
For the vegetables:
Preheat the oven to 220°C (428°F) fan assisted.
1) Slice the eggplants.
2) Place the eggplants and whole peppers on a baking sheet. Pour ½ cup of PJ KABOS, "Family Reserve Organic - Robust" Extra Virgin Olive Oil over the vegetables. Roast in the oven about 25-30 minutes.
For the Base
3) While the vegetables are roasting, finely chop the onion and carrots.
In a large pan, heat ½ cup of PJ KABOS, "Family Reserve Organic - Robust" Extra Virgin Olive Oil over medium heat. Sauté the onion and carrots until they turn golden brown.
4) In a large skillet, heat ½ cup of olive oil over high heat. Sear the chicken pieces until they develop a golden crust.
5) Add the sautéed onions and carrots to the skillet with the chicken. Cook until done, approximately 30 to 40 minutes, adding just a little bit of water if needed.
Handling the Roasted Vegetables:
6) Roast until the peppers have a few blackened spots.
7) Cover with foil. After resting the vegetables under foil for 15 minutes, remove their skin.
8) Chop the skinless eggplants and peppers finely. Set aside. Add the rinsed rice to the skillet.
9) Add a pinch of saffron, and homemade chicken broth (or water) to the skillet.
10) Mix in the roasted peppers, eggplants, and garlic cloves (with skin on).
Season with salt and pepper to taste.
Cover the skillet and cook over low heat for about 15 minutes, without stirring, until the rice is fully cooked and has absorbed all the liquid.
Serving:
11) Fluff the pilaf with a fork. Garnish with fresh herbs if desired. Serve hot and enjoy!
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PJ Kabos High-Phenolic Extra Virgin Olive Oil is a favorite of world-renowned Chef Nobu Matsuhisa. PJ Kabos Extra Virgin Olive Oil is used in his celebrated restaurants and hotels worldwide, it represents a small but trusted role in his extraordinary kitchens—something we’re truly proud to contribute.
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PJ KABOS Family Reserve Organic—Phenolic Shot
(Gold Bottle)
PJ KABOS Family Reserve Organic—"Phenolic Shot," is an award-winning extra virgin olive oil with possibly the highest phenolic content available in a true extra virgin olive oil today. Its intense bitterness and pungency clearly reflect the activity of these polyphenols. Meant to be taken as a shot or may be drizzled over salads, roasted vegetables, toast, fava, etc. to amplify both flavor and health benefits.
PJ KABOS Family Reserve Organic—Robust
(Black Bottle)
PJ KABOS Family Reserve Organic - Robust, is an award-winning extra virgin olive oil that is very high in polyphenols. It adds depth, character and great health benefits to every meal.
PJ KABOS Family Reserve Organic—Medium Taste
(White Bottle)
PJ KABOS Family Reserve Organic - Medium, is an award-winning extra virgin olive oil that is high in polyphenols. It adds a lovely taste and great health benefits to every meal.
PJ KABOS Family Reserve—Medium Taste
(White Tin)
PJ KABOS Family Reserve - Medium, is an award-winning extra virgin olive oil in an easy-to-store tin. It is high in polyphenols and adds a lovely taste and great health benefits to every meal.
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