Telangana-Style Spiced Chicken Khichdi Recipe

About this recipe

A wholesome, comforting one-pot meal combining the flavors of Telangana with spiced chicken and lentil rice, perfect for a nutritious and weight-loss-friendly dinner.

Ingredients

• 1 kg Basmati Rice
• - Onion
• - Chicken Breast
• 250g Green Chilli
• 250g Coriander
• - Bay Leaf
• 500 ml Water
• 20 g Turmeric Powder
• 100g Garam Masala
• 100 g Coriander Powder
• 10G Salt
• 500 Ml Champion Oil
• - Cumin Seed

Instructions

1. Step 1: Heat the rice cooker and add cooking oil. Once hot, add cumin seeds and bay leaf, letting them sizzle for a few seconds.
2. Step 2: Add the chopped onion and sauté until golden brown. Stir in the ginger-garlic paste and cook until the raw smell disappears.
3. Step 3: Add the chicken pieces and cook for 5-7 minutes until lightly browned.
4. Step 4: Mix in the turmeric powder, red chili powder, coriander powder, and garam masala. Stir well to coat the chicken.
5. Step 5: Add the chopped tomatoes and slit green chilies, cooking until the tomatoes soften and the oil starts to separate.
6. Step 6: Drain the soaked rice and lentils, then add them to the cooker. Mix gently with the chicken and spices.
7. Step 7: Pour in the water, add salt to taste, and stir. Close the rice cooker lid and cook until the khichdi is soft and well-cooked.
8. Step 8: Once done, fluff the khichdi gently with a fork and garnish with fresh coriander leaves before serving.