Persian Roasted Chicken with Dried Cherry-Saffron Rice
INGREDIENTS
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1/4 cup extra-virgin olive oil
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1 onion, finely chopped
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2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
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1 teaspoon ground cumin
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1/2 teaspoon saffron threads, crushed
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6 pounds chicken breasts, thighs and legs, with skin, on the bone
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Salt and freshly ground pepper
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Water
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2 cups basmati rice
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1 stick plus 2 tablespoons (5 ounces) unsalted butter
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1/2 cup dried sour cherries (4 ounces)
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2 tablespoons sugar
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1/4 cup slivered almonds
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