Medium
Afghan
Healthy Kabuli Pulao with Lean Chicken
Discover a nutritious twist on Kabuli Pulao, Afghanistan's national dish, a flavorful rice pilaf historically served at weddings and feasts, now made healthier with brown rice, lean chicken, and antioxidant-rich carrots and raisins for heart-healthy Afghan cuisine.
75
Total Minutes
6
Servings
Gluten-Free
Cooking Times
30 min
Prep Time
45 min
Cook Time
75 min
Total Time
Ingredients (10 items)
2.00 cups
Brown rice
rinsed
1.00 lb
Chicken breast
cubed, skinless
3.00 medium
Carrots
julienned
0.50 cup
Raisins
unsweetened
1.00 large
Onion
sliced
3.00 cloves
Garlic
minced
2.00 tbsp
Olive oil
1.00 tsp
Cumin seeds
4.00
Cardamom pods
0.25 cup
Almonds
slivered, toasted
Instructions (5 steps)
1
Sauté onions and garlic in olive oil until golden.
5 minutes
2
Add chicken and spices, cook until browned.
10 minutes
3
Stir in carrots and raisins, cook for 5 minutes.
5 minutes
4
Add rice and water, simmer covered.
30 minutes
5
Garnish with almonds and serve.