Chicken Pulao
User Reviews
5
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Prep Time
10 mins
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Cook Time
1 hr 5 mins
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Total Time
1 hr 15 mins
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Servings
6
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Calories
399 kcal
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Course
Main Course, Dinner
Chicken Pulao
Description
Chicken Pulao brings together basmati rice and chicken, infused with an array of whole spices including cumin seeds, bay leaves, and black pepper. These spices are sautéed in olive oil alongside browned onions that develop a rich color, imparting a savory depth to the dish. Ginger and garlic pastes add warmth and complexity, while garam masala and green chilies boost the fragrance and flavor profile. The rice is first soaked, then added and cooked with the chicken in seasoned water until tender. After absorbing all the flavors during a slow simmer with a covered lid, the pulao emerges fluffy with richly spiced chicken embedded within.
The texture balances soft grains with tender chicken pieces and mildly spicy notes from the crushed chilli and garam masala. The sautéed onions and aromatic spices complement the savory chicken, while the simmered cooking method ensures even flavor distribution. Traditionally served with a cooling side like homemade raita, this dish fits well into a hearty lunch or dinner.
If you would like, serve the Chicken Pulao alongside a fresh cucumber and yogurt raita or a simple salad for contrast. The recipe's notes remind you that nutritional information is approximate and provided for guidance only.
Ingredients
- 750 g chicken
- 300 g rice
- 50 ml olive oil
- 1 onion
- 1 tsp salt
- 1 tsp ginger paste
- 1 tsp garlic paste
- 1 tsp garam masala
- 1 tsp chilli pepper crushed
- 1 tsp peppercorn
- 2 bay leaf
- 2 tsp cumin seeds Jeera
- 2 green chili
- 600 ml water
Instructions
- In a small bowl wash the rice then soak for at least 30 minutes
- Whilst the rice is soaking heat the oil in a pan on medium heat until hot
- Add the whole black pepper, cumin seeds and bay leaves then sauté for 1-2 minutes
- Add the finely sliced onions then cook on medium heat for 6-8 minutes until browned
- Add 2 tablespoons of water then cook for 1-2 minutes – the colour of the onions at this point will determine the end colour of the rice
- Add the ginger paste, garlic paste, and crushed chillies then sauté for a further 1-2 minutes
- Add the chicken and cook for 4-5 minutes
- Add the salt, garam masala and green chilli then cook for 6-8 minutes on medium heat
- Add the water and cook on medium heat for a further 6-8 minutes
- Add the rice and cook for 6-8 minutes on high heat until the majority of the water is absorbed
- Cover and cook on low heat for another 15 minutes
- Serve alongside some homemade raita and enjoy!
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 6Serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 399 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 399kcal | 20% |
| Carbohydrates | 44g | 15% |
| Protein | 15g | 30% |
| Fat | 17g | 26% |
| Saturated Fat | 4g | 20% |
| Trans Fat | 0.1g | 5% |
| Cholesterol | 45mg | 15% |
| Sodium | 495mg | 21% |
| Potassium | 230mg | 5% |
| Fiber | 2g | 8% |
| Sugar | 1g | 2% |
| Vitamin A | 198IU | 4% |
| Vitamin C | 4mg | 4% |
| Vitamin D | 0.1µg | 1% |
| Calcium | 40mg | 4% |
| Iron | 2mg | 11% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
User Reviews
Overall Rating
5
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