Spiced Chicken Pilaf with Eggs

Gluten Free
Health score
16%
Spiced Chicken Pilaf with Eggs
30 min.
4
763kcal

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Welcome to a culinary adventure that brings together rich flavors and comforting textures with our Spiced Chicken Pilaf with Eggs. This gluten-free dish is not only a feast for the senses but also an exquisite way to satisfy your hunger in just 30 minutes. Perfect for a hearty lunch or a memorable main course, this recipe serves four and boasts a delightful combination of spices that will elevate your dining experience.

Imagine succulent bone-in chicken thighs seasoned with aromatic black pepper, fragrant cinnamon, and bold cardamom, nestled on a bed of fluffy basmati rice. As the chicken simmers away, it infuses the rice with its savory juices, creating a harmonious dish that bursts with flavor from every grain. To add a delightful finishing touch, we include perfectly boiled eggs, their creamy yolks transforming each bite into pure indulgence.

The freshness of mint and cilantro mixed with creamy yogurt not only enhances the flavor profile but also adds a refreshing contrast to the spices, making every mouthful an exciting experience. Whether you're hosting a dinner party or seeking a quick weeknight meal, our Spiced Chicken Pilaf with Eggs is sure to impress. So roll up your sleeves and let’s get cooking; this simple yet sophisticated dish will become a staple in your kitchen before you know it!

Ingredients

  • cup rice 
  •  peppercorns black
  • 32 oz chicken thighs bone-in with skin
  •  cinnamon sticks 
  •  bay leaves dried
  • large eggs 
  • teaspoon ground cardamom 
  • teaspoon kosher salt 
  • 0.3 cup mint leaves fresh chopped
  • tablespoons cooking oil divided
  •  onion sliced
  • cup yogurt plain

Equipment

  • bowl
  • frying pan
  • sauce pan

Directions

  1. Put eggs in a small saucepan filled with water. Bring to a boil, cover, and remove from heat.
  2. Let sit 15 minutes, then cool, peel, and halve.
  3. Heat 1 tbsp. oil in a large frying pan over high heat.
  4. Add chicken, skin side down, and cook until well browned, about 5 minutes; transfer to a plate.
  5. Add remaining 1 tbsp. oil, spices, salt, and onion and cook, stirring constantly, until fragrant, about 1 minute.
  6. Add rice and 2 cups hot water.
  7. Place chicken, skin side up, on top of rice and simmer, covered, until chicken is cooked through, 10 to 12 minutes.
  8. Mix yogurt, mint, and cilantro together in a small bowl. Set eggs into pan with chicken and serve with yogurt on the side.

Nutrition Facts

Calories763kcal
Protein22.26%
Fat53.65%
Carbs24.09%

Properties

Glycemic Index
37.3
Glycemic Load
23.42
Inflammation Score
-5
Nutrition Score
24.337825920271%

Flavonoids

Eriodictyol
0.87mg
Hesperetin
0.29mg
Apigenin
0.15mg
Luteolin
0.36mg
Isorhamnetin
1.38mg
Kaempferol
0.18mg
Myricetin
0.01mg
Quercetin
5.58mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:763.3kcal
38.17%
Fat:45g
69.23%
Saturated Fat:11.72g
73.25%
Carbohydrates:45.47g
15.16%
Net Carbohydrates:43.05g
15.66%
Sugar:4.25g
4.73%
Cholesterol:336.38mg
112.13%
Sodium:815.83mg
35.47%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:42.01g
84.02%
Selenium:56.1µg
80.14%
Manganese:1.09mg
54.46%
Phosphorus:502.58mg
50.26%
Vitamin B3:9.88mg
49.39%
Vitamin B6:0.86mg
43.12%
Vitamin B5:3.29mg
32.93%
Vitamin B2:0.55mg
32.5%
Vitamin B12:1.79µg
29.9%
Zinc:3.91mg
26.08%
Potassium:667.07mg
19.06%
Magnesium:67.61mg
16.9%
Calcium:157.65mg
15.76%
Iron:2.81mg
15.6%
Vitamin B1:0.22mg
14.95%
Vitamin E:2.16mg
14.39%
Copper:0.26mg
13.17%
Vitamin A:542.74IU
10.85%
Folate:40.05µg
10.01%
Vitamin K:10.26µg
9.77%
Fiber:2.42g
9.68%
Vitamin D:1µg
6.69%
Vitamin C:3.43mg
4.16%
Source:My Recipes