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Arpa Şehriyeli Pilav
Easy 1 hr 1 min~280 kcal 5/10
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Orzo Pilaf with Chicken and Chickpeas
This Siirt-style main cooks chicken, chickpeas, and orzo into one pan.
Easy⏱️ 50 min📖 1 min readServes 4~318 kcal🇹🇷 Turkish🌍 Full translation
15 min prep 25 min cook 10 min rest
- #High Protein
- #One-Pot
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Timeline
Total 50 min- Prep15 min
- Resting/Marinating10 min
- Cooking25 min
Ingredients
4 servings
Quick:
- 450 g chicken breast
- 1.5 glass(~300 ml) orzo
- 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) butter
- 1 dessert spoon(~10 ml) salt
- 0.5 dessert spoon(~5 ml) black pepper
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Instructions
- 1
Cut the chicken breast into 2 cm cubes and season with salt and black pepper; finely chop the onion.
- 2
Melt the butter in a pot; soften the onion for 4 minutes, add crushed garlic and tomato paste, and fry for 1 minute.
5 min05:00 - 3
Add the chicken cubes and saute for 5 minutes until they change color.
5 min05:00 - 4
Add the orzo and toast for 3 to 4 minutes until golden.
4 min04:00 - 5
Add the cooked chickpeas, 2.5 cups hot water, and black pepper; cover and cook over low heat for 15 minutes until absorbed.
15 min15:00 - 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 until golden while stirring constantly so it does not burn; if too dark, the pilaf tastes harsh. Always add hot water.
🍽️ Serving suggestion: Serve with cacik and a seasonal green salad.
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)
~318
kcal calories
23
g protein
26
g carbs
12
g fat
Protein 30%Carbs 34%Fat 36%
GI 31 · Low GIGL 8 · Low GL
6.1g
Sugar
7.6g
Fiber
1273.8mg
Sodium
4.6g
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 Orzo Pilaf with Chicken and Chickpeas make?
This recipe serves 4.How long does Orzo Pilaf with Chicken and Chickpeas take?
Prep 15 minutes, cooking 25 minutes, including 10 minutes of passive resting; 50 minutes in total.Is Orzo Pilaf with Chicken and Chickpeas difficult?
This recipe is rated easy.How many calories does Orzo Pilaf with Chicken and Chickpeas have?
Approximately 318 kcal per serving. Protein: 23g, carbs: 26g, fat: 12g.Which allergens does Orzo Pilaf with Chicken and Chickpeas contain?
This recipe contains Gluten, Milk. Check it against your dietary needs.How many ingredients does Orzo Pilaf with Chicken and Chickpeas need?
This recipe needs 10 ingredients.Is Orzo 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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