For the Chicken:

• 6 boneless skinless chicken thighs, raw (trimmed of visible fat) – approx 600g (21oz)
• 2 teaspoons of ground cumin
• 2 teaspoons of ground coriander
• 2 teaspoons of paprika
• 1 teaspoon of smoked paprika
• ¾ teaspoon of salt
• ½ teaspoon of black pepper
• ½ teaspoon of turmeric
• ½ teaspoon of ground cardamom
• ¼ teaspoon of chilli flakes (red pepper flakes) – can use more if you prefer
• 1.5 tablespoons of lemon juice
• 1 tablespoon of olive oil

For the Rice:

• 1 medium onion, halved and finely sliced
• 3 cloves of garlic, crushed
• 180g (1 cup) of uncooked long grain rice
• 2 cups (480ml) of chicken stock (hot)
• Salt and black pepper to taste
• 2 tablespoons of fresh chopped parsley
• 1/2 teaspoon of dried dill