Moroccan Pilaf

Directions

1. 1
   Preheat the oven to 375 degrees.
2. 2
   Lightly oil a 1 1/2 quart oven-proof casserole dish.
3. 3
   In a large skillet, heat the olive oil and saute the almonds until they are golden and become fragrant, about 2 minutes.
4. 4
   Add the onions, carrots and cinnamon and stir well, cooking for 3 minutes.
5. 5
   Add the rice and cook for 1 minute, stirring to make sure all the kernels are coated with oil.
6. 6
   Add the stock, raisins, orange zest and cayenne pepper and bring to a boil.
7. 7
   Place the mixture into the casserole dish and bake for 45 minutes.
8. 8
   Remove the rice from the oven and place on a large platter.
9. 9
   Place the roasted chicken on top of the rice.
10. 10
    Garnish with chopped chives.