Description
Discover the delightful Chicken Pulao Recipe, a flavorful one-pot dish combining tender chicken with fragrant basmati rice and aromatic spices. This comforting meal is perfect for family gatherings, special occasions, or a quick weeknight dinner. The simplicity of preparation makes it an ideal choice for both novice cooks and seasoned chefs. With its rich flavors and enticing aromas, every bite promises satisfaction. Customize it to suit your taste by adding vegetables or adjusting spice levels. Get ready to impress your loved ones with this easy-to-make Chicken Pulao!
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups chicken pieces
- 1 large onion, finely sliced
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 inch ginger, grated
- 2 green chilies, slit
- 1 ½ cups basmati rice
- 3 cups water or chicken broth
- green cardamom pods
- cloves
- cinnamon stick
- salt to taste
- fresh cilantro leaves for garnish
Instructions
- Rinse basmati rice under cold water until clear. Soak for 30 minutes.
- In a large pot, heat oil over medium heat and sauté sliced onions until golden brown.
- Add minced garlic, grated ginger, and slit green chilies; cook for 1 minute.
- Stir in cardamom pods, cloves, and cinnamon stick before adding the chicken pieces. Cook until browned.
- Drain soaked rice and add to the pot with water or broth and salt. Bring to a boil.
- Reduce heat to low, cover tightly, and simmer for 20 minutes until liquid is absorbed and rice is tender.
- Remove from heat and let sit covered for 5 minutes. Fluff with a fork and garnish with cilantro.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: One-Pot
- Cuisine: Indian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (210g)
- Calories: 380
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 500mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 55g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 60mg