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Chicken Pulao
Pakistani chicken pulao with basmati rice, yogurt, onions, whole spices, and a fragrant chicken broth base.
Medium⏱️ 1 hr 10 min📖 1 min readServes 6~479 kcal🇵🇰 Pakistani🌍 Full translation
24 min prep 46 min cook
- #High Protein
- #One-Pot
- #For Guests
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Timeline
Total 1 h 10 min- Prep24 min
- Cooking46 min
Ingredients
6 servings
Quick:
For the rice
- 2.5 cup(~500 ml) Basmati rice
- 3.5 cup(~700 ml) Hot water
For the chicken
- 900 g Chicken thighs
- 0.5 cup(~100 ml) Yogurt
- 2 tbsp(~30 ml) Garlic ginger paste
For the base
- 2 Dry onions
For cooking
- 4 tbsp(~60 ml) Neutral oil
For the spice mix
- 2 Bay leaves
- 4 Cardamom pods
- 1 Cinnamon stick
- 1 dessert spoon(~10 ml) Cumin seeds
General
- 1.6 dessert spoon(~16 ml) Salt
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Instructions
- 1
Rinse the basmati rice and soak it in water for 25 minutes.
25 min25:00 - 2
Thinly slice the onions, and mix the chicken thighs with yogurt and garlic ginger paste.
- 3
Fry the onions in the oil for 10 minutes, until golden.
10 min10:00 - 4
Add the bay leaves, cardamom, cinnamon, and cumin seeds to the pot.
- 5
Add the chicken mixture and cook for 12 minutes, until its color changes.
12 min12:00 - 6
Add the hot water and salt, then boil the chicken for 15 minutes.
15 min15:00 - 7
Add the drained rice to the pot, cook over low heat for 14 minutes, and rest for 8 minutes.
22 min22:00
💡 Tip: Soak the rice for 25 minutes; if the grains stay too firm, they break and turn mushy while absorbing the chicken broth.
🍽️ Serving suggestion: Serve chicken pulao hot as a main dish with lemon, cucumber raita if desired, and spicy pickles.
Good sources
Approximate vitamin / mineral assessment based on the recipe's ingredients. For precise nutrition tracking, consult a doctor or dietitian.
- Protein source
- Vitamin B12
Nutrition (per serving)
~479
kcal calories
28
g protein
58
g carbs
15
g fat
Protein 23%Carbs 48%Fat 29%
Approximate values, derived from ingredient amounts using USDA FoodData Central and TÜBİTAK Turkish Food Composition Database. Actual values can vary by roughly ±20% depending on cooking method, brand, and portion size. For diet or medical conditions, consult a dietitian or doctor.
This recipe may contain allergens
- Milk
Allergens are derived automatically from the ingredient list, covering the main groups of the EU-14 food allergen standard (gluten, milk, eggs, peanuts, tree nuts, soy, seafood, sesame, celery, mustard). Cross-contamination (shared kitchen equipment, shared surfaces) isn't tracked, if you have a serious allergy, review the full ingredient list yourself and ask about preparation.
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FAQ
How many servings does Chicken Pulao make?
This recipe serves 6.How long does Chicken Pulao take?
Prep 24 minutes, cooking 46 minutes; 70 minutes in total.Is Chicken Pulao difficult?
This recipe is rated medium.How many calories does Chicken Pulao have?
Approximately 479 kcal per serving. Protein: 28g, carbs: 58g, fat: 15g.Which allergens does Chicken Pulao contain?
This recipe contains Milk. Check it against your dietary needs.Which cuisine does Chicken Pulao belong to?
This recipe belongs to Pakistani cuisine.How many ingredients does Chicken Pulao need?
This recipe needs 12 ingredients.
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