The hints of Mediterranean flavor in this chicken dish make it a family favorite.

Ingredients

• 3/4 cup water
• 3 tablespoons tomato paste
• 2 tablespoons lemon juice
• 3/4 teaspoon salt
• 1 teaspoon chili powder
• 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
• 1/2 teaspoon ground ginger
• 1/4 teaspoon ground fennel seed
• 1/4 teaspoon ground turmeric
• 1 teaspoon ground coriander, optional
• 3 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 medium onion, chopped
• 1 pound boneless skinless chicken breasts, cut into 1-inch cubes
• 3 cups hot cooked rice
• minced fresh parsley, optional

Directions

1. In a small bowl, mix the water, tomato paste, lemon juice, salt, chili powder, garlic powder, ginger, fennel, turmeric and, if desired, coriander until smooth.
2. In a large skillet, heat oil over medium-high heat. Add onions; cook and stir until tender. Stir in chicken; brown 3-4 minutes. Pour water mixture into pan.
3. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer, uncovered, until chicken is no longer pink, 8-10 minutes. Serve with rice. If desired, top with parsley.