Chicken Pulao
A simple and flavorful Indian rice dish made with chicken, basmati rice and aromatic spices. A lighter and quicker alternative to biryani, perfect for everyday meals.
Cooking time
45 minutesActive Сooking Time
30 minutesDifficulty
EasyProducts for the recipe
Step by Step Recipe
Rinse basmati rice thoroughly and soak for 15–20 minutes. Drain and set aside.
Heat oil in a large pot. Add sliced onions and cook until lightly golden.
Add ginger garlic paste and cook for 1 minute.
Add chicken and cook until lightly browned.
Add spice mix, salt and bay leaf. Stir well.
Add water or broth and bring to a boil.
Add soaked rice, cover and cook on low heat for 15–20 minutes until rice is tender.
Fluff rice gently, garnish with cilantro and serve hot.
Ingredients
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Chicken (bone-in or boneless)
2 cups
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Basmati rice
1 medium
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Ginger garlic paste
1 tbsp
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Vegetable oil
3 tbsp
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Pilau / Biryani spice mix
1.5 tbsp
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Salt
to taste
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Water or broth
3.5 cups
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Bay leaf (optional)
1 piece
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Fresh cilantro
for garnish
