Chicken Saffron Rice Pilaf

Step 1: Place saffron in a small bowl and add a little water; let soak.

Step 2: Heat ghee in large skillet.

Step 3: Add carrots and celery; saute until carrots soften, about 3-4 minutes.

Step 4: Add rice and saute until lightly toasted, coating with oil.

Cooking In Rice Cooker:

Step 5: Transfer rice mixture to rice cooker.

Step 6: Add saffron, chicken broth and onion powder.

Step 7: Cook on white rice setting.

Step 8: Add shredded chicken to rice and toss; cover and let sit 5 minutes until chicken is heated through.

Step 9: When ready to serve, squeeze lemon juice on top of rice and toss and garnish with chopped parsley.

Cooking On The Stovetop:

Step 10: Add saffron, toasted rice, chicken broth and onion powder to skillet.

Step 11: Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and cook on medium-low, covered, for 25-30 minutes, until rice is cooked.

Step 12: Add shredded chicken to rice and toss; cover and let sit 5 minutes until chicken is heated through.

Step 13: When ready to serve, squeeze lemon juice on top of rice and toss and garnish with chopped parsley.