Spiced Lemon Chicken With Kolam Rice Recipe

Indian cuisine · 239 calories

Spiced Lemon Chicken with Kolam Rice recipe

About this recipe

Spiced Lemon Chicken with Kolam Rice is a delightful Indian dinner that combines tender chicken breast with fragrant rice, flavored with turmeric, cumin, and a splash of tangy lemon. This dish balances robust spices with fresh citrus notes, creating a comforting yet invigorating meal. Perfect for busy evenings, it's ready in just 35 minutes, offering a satisfying protein boost with 35g per serving. The Kolam rice, known for its delicate grains, pairs beautifully with the boldly flavored chicken, making it a wholesome choice for dinner. Whether you're cooking for yourself or sharing with a loved one, this recipe brings together taste, nutrition, and convenience in a single plate. Enjoy the vibrant flavors and health benefits of turmeric, ginger, and cilantro, all in one delectable dish!

Ingredients

  • 500 ml Oil (For Frying)
  • 20 g Turmeric Powder
  • loose Ginger
  • - Cumin Seed
  • - Coriander Powder
  • 1 pack (1 kg) Aashirvaad Crystal Salt | Iodised
  • 110 g Unpeeled Garlic Cloves
  • medium Chilli Green Long
  • 300 g Nutrich Chicken Thigh Boneless
  • 100 g Lemon
  • 1 Kg Mu Lachkari Kolam Rice 1kg

Instructions

  1. 1. Wash and soak the Kolam rice in water for 15 minutes, then drain.
  2. 2. Heat 10 ml of vegetable oil in a pan and sauté the rice for 2 minutes.
  3. 3. Add 300 ml of water to the rice and cook on low heat until fully done, approximately 15 minutes.
  4. 4. While the rice is cooking, prepare the chicken marinade by mixing lemon juice, turmeric, ginger powder, cumin powder, coriander powder, and salt in a bowl.
  5. 5. Slice the chicken breast into thin pieces and coat them evenly with the marinade.
  6. 6. Heat the remaining 10 ml of vegetable oil in a skillet over medium heat.
  7. 7. Add minced garlic and chopped green chilies to the skillet, sautéing until aromatic.
  8. 8. Place the marinated chicken into the skillet and stir-fry for 10 minutes until cooked through and slightly browned.
  9. 9. Garnish the chicken with freshly chopped cilantro leaves and set aside.
  10. 10. Fluff the cooked rice with a fork and serve alongside the spiced lemon chicken.