Tandoori Chicken And Vegetable Rice Pilaf Recipe

About this recipe

A flavorful combination of tender tandoori chicken paired with spiced vegetable rice pilaf, offering a balanced and satisfying dinner experience.

Ingredients

• 100 G Jumbo Garlic 100g
• 1kg 1kg Green Pepper
• 1 Bunch Spring Onions 1 Bunch
• 1 Kg Shazans Chicken Thighs
• - Natco Kala Namak Indian Black Salt
• 190G Cool Chile Co Achiote Paste, 190G

Instructions

1. 1. Combine yogurt, ginger-garlic paste, turmeric, chili powder, cumin, coriander, and salt in a bowl to create a marinade.
2. 2. Coat the chicken thighs evenly with the marinade and let them rest for 30 minutes.
3. 3. Heat oil in a pan and sear the marinated chicken thighs until golden brown on both sides, then set aside.
4. 4. In the same pan, sauté sliced onions until translucent for added flavor.
5. 5. Add bay leaf, cloves, cardamom pods, and cinnamon stick to the onions and stir for 2 minutes.
6. 6. Mix in the basmati rice and toast lightly for 2 minutes to enhance aroma.
7. 7. Add diced carrots, green peas, and water to the rice mixture, stirring well.
8. 8. Cover the pan with a lid and cook the rice on low heat for 15 minutes until fluffy.
9. 9. Once the rice is cooked, layer the seared chicken thighs on top and cover again for 5 minutes.
10. 10. Drizzle with lemon juice and garnish with fresh coriander leaves before serving.