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Arpa Şehriyeli Pilav
Easy 1 hr 1 min~280 kcal 5/10
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Barley Pilaf with Chicken and Chickpeas
This Ankara-style pilaf cooks barley, chicken, and chickpeas into a simple satisfying main.
Easy⏱️ 1 hr 11 min📖 1 min readServes 4~314 kcal🇹🇷 Turkish🌍 Full translation
10 min prep 25 min cook 36 min rest
- #High Protein
- #One-Pot
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Timeline
Total 1 h 11 min- Prep10 min
- Resting/Marinating36 min
- Cooking25 min
Ingredients
4 servings
Quick:
- 1.5 glass(~300 ml) orzo
- 400 g chicken breast
- 1 glass(~200 ml) cooked chickpeas
- 2.5 glass(~500 ml) water
- 1 pcs onion
- 2 clove garlic
- 1 tbsp(~15 ml) tomato paste
- 2 tbsp(~30 ml) olive oil
- 1 dessert spoon(~10 ml) salt
- 0.5 dessert spoon(~5 ml) black pepper
- 2 tbsp(~30 ml) butter
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Instructions
- 1
Cut the chicken breast into 2 cm cubes and season with salt and black pepper.
- 2
Heat butter and olive oil in a pot and saute the chicken over high heat for 6 minutes.
6 min06:00 - 3
Add the finely chopped onion and soften for 4 minutes; add crushed garlic and tomato paste and fry for 1 minute.
5 min05:00 - 4
Add the orzo and toast for 2 minutes until golden.
2 min02:00 - 5
Add the cooked chickpeas and 2.5 cups hot water; cover and cook over low heat for 12 to 15 minutes.
13 min13:00 - 6
Remove from heat, cover with a clean towel, rest for 10 minutes, fluff with a fork, and serve.
10 min10:00
💡 Tip: Toast the orzo in butter until deep golden; adding a few spoonfuls of chickpea cooking water deepens the flavor.
🍽️ Serving suggestion: Serve with garlic yogurt and roasted green pepper pickles.
Good sources
Approximate vitamin / mineral assessment based on the recipe's ingredients. For precise nutrition tracking, consult a doctor or dietitian.
- Protein source
- Iron
- Vitamin C
- Vitamin B12
Nutrition (per serving)
~314
kcal calories
23
g protein
28
g carbs
12
g fat
Protein 29%Carbs 36%Fat 35%
GI 31 · Low GIGL 9 · Low GL
6.1g
Sugar
7.6g
Fiber
1268.3mg
Sodium
5.5g
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.
Satiety (per serving)
7/10Strong 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 Barley Pilaf with Chicken and Chickpeas make?
This recipe serves 4.How long does Barley Pilaf with Chicken and Chickpeas take?
Prep 10 minutes, cooking 25 minutes, including 36 minutes of passive resting; 71 minutes in total.Is Barley Pilaf with Chicken and Chickpeas difficult?
This recipe is rated easy.How many calories does Barley Pilaf with Chicken and Chickpeas have?
Approximately 314 kcal per serving. Protein: 23g, carbs: 28g, fat: 12g.Which allergens does Barley Pilaf with Chicken and Chickpeas contain?
This recipe contains Gluten, Milk. Check it against your dietary needs.How many ingredients does Barley Pilaf with Chicken and Chickpeas need?
This recipe needs 11 ingredients.Is Barley Pilaf with Chicken and Chickpeas filling?
Satiety bar per serving is 7/10; strongly filling, works as a main meal. The score is based on protein, fiber and the satiety index.
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