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Chicken Firik Pilaf

This Diyarbakir-style main pairs smoky firik wheat with chicken in a filling one-pot supper.

Medium⏱️ 48 min📖 1 min readServes 4~326 kcal🇹🇷 Turkish🌍 Full translation

16 min prep 24 min cook 8 min rest

#High Protein
#One-Pot

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Timeline

Total 48 min

Prep16 min
Resting/Marinating8 min
Cooking24 min

Ingredients

4 servings

Quick:

600 g Chicken thighs
1.5 cup(~300 ml) Freekeh bulgur
1 Onion
3 cup(~600 ml) Chicken stock
1 tbsp(~15 ml) Butter

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Instructions

1
Pat the chicken pieces dry and sear them in a wide pot for 6 minutes.
6 min
06:00
2
Add the chopped onion and turn for 4 minutes so the base of the pot gains sweetness.
4 min
04:00
3
Add the rinsed freekeh to the pot and toast it in the chicken fat for 2 minutes.
2 min
02:00
4
Add the hot water and place the chicken pieces over the freekeh.
5
Cook covered for 18 minutes, keeping the heat steady so the freekeh does not stay firm.
18 min
18:00
6
Remove from the heat, rest for 8 minutes, and serve the chicken over the pilaf.
8 min
08:00
7
Loosen the freekeh grains from the bottom of the pot with a separate spoon and add them to the plate.

💡 Tip: Briefly toasting the freekeh makes its smoky aroma more pronounced in the pot.

🍽️ Serving suggestion: Serve hot with a seasonal salad and ayran on the side.

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Iron
Vitamin B12

Nutrition (per serving)

~326

kcal calories

g protein

g carbs

g fat

Protein 35%Carbs 31%Fat 34%

GI 13 · Low GIGL 3 · Low GL

1.5g

Sugar

0.5g

Fiber

666.8mg

Sodium

8.5g

Saturated fat

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.

Estimated satiety (per serving)

8/10

Strong satiety, counts as a main meal

This recipe may contain allergens

Gluten
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 Firik Pilaf make?
This recipe serves 4.
How long does Chicken Firik Pilaf take?
Prep 16 minutes, cooking 24 minutes, including 8 minutes of passive resting; 48 minutes in total.
Is Chicken Firik Pilaf difficult?
This recipe is rated medium.
How many calories does Chicken Firik Pilaf have?
Approximately 326 kcal per serving. Protein: 27g, carbs: 24g, fat: 12g.
Which allergens does Chicken Firik Pilaf contain?
This recipe contains Gluten, Milk. Check it against your dietary needs.
How many ingredients does Chicken Firik Pilaf need?
This recipe needs 5 ingredients.
Is Chicken Firik Pilaf filling?
Satiety bar per serving is 8/10; strongly filling, works as a main meal. The score is based on protein, fiber and the satiety index.

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Instructions

Pat the chicken pieces dry and sear them in a wide pot for 6 minutes.

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