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Chicken Saffron Rice

Saffron flavoured rice – chicken adds its own special taste. This is a Sanjeev Kapoor exclusive recipe.

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Chicken Saffron Rice

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Main IngredientsBoneless chicken breast, saffron strands
CuisineIndian
CourseRice
Prep Time0-5 minutes
Cook time26-30 minutes
Serve4
TasteMild
Level of CookingEasy
OthersNon Veg

Ingredients list for Chicken Saffron Rice

  • 2 Boneless chicken breast
  • 10-12 + fo saffron strands
  • 1 1/2 cups Rice soaked
  • 2 tablespoons Clarified butter
  • 1 medium Onion chopped
  • 6-8 Garlic cloves chopped
  • 3 cups Chicken stock
  • to taste Salt
  • 1/4 cup Milk
  • 2 tablespoons Fresh coriander leaves chopped
  • for garnishing Coriander sprigs

Method

  1. Cut the chicken breasts into small cubes. Set aside.
  2. Heat ghee in a non-stick pan. Add onions and sauté till they turn translucent.
  3. Add garlic, mix and sauté till light brown.
  4. Add chicken cubes and sauté well. Add rice and mix well.
  5. Add chicken stock, salt and stir to mix. Cover and cook for a while.
  6. Heat the milk in a microwave for 30 seconds. Remove from heat and add saffron strands. Mix well and set aside.
  7. Add saffron milk to rice and stir gently. Cover and cook for 5 more minutes.
  8. Add 2 tablespoons chopped coriander and mix well.
  9. Place a mould on a serving plate. Add the cooked rice into it and remove the mould. Garnish with coriander sprigs and saffron strands and serve hot.

Nutrition Info

Calories1667
Carbohydrates243.5
Protein103
Fat31.2
Other FiberNiacin- 1.2mg
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