Chicken pulao

Chicken pulao is a flavorful and aromatic one-pot rice dish that is popular in South Asian cuisine. It is made by cooking rice with tender pieces of chicken, a blend of spices, and fragrant basmati rice. The dish typically includes ingredients like onions, tomatoes, garlic, ginger, and green chilies, along with whole spices such as cinnamon, cloves, cardamom, bay leaves, and cumin. The chicken is first sautéed with spices to enhance its flavor, then simmered with water or chicken stock until tender. The soaked basmati rice is added to the pot and cooked until fluffy, allowing the grains to absorb the rich flavors of the chicken and spices. Chicken pulao is often garnished with fresh coriander, fried onions, or nuts and served with raita (yogurt sauce), salad, or pickles. It is a lighter alternative to biryani, offering a perfect balance of simplicity and taste.