Traditional Azerbaijani Chicken Pilaf Recipe in the Village | The Best 6 Pilaf Recipes

long-grain rice

🥗Healthier: quinoa

💰Cheaper: short-grain rice

Quinoa offers more protein while short-grain rice is often less expensive.

dried fruits

🥗Healthier: fresh fruits

💰Cheaper: canned fruits

Fresh fruits provide a healthier option while canned fruits can be more budget-friendly.

chicken

🥗Healthier: turkey

💰Cheaper: chicken thighs

Turkey is leaner, while chicken thighs are often cheaper than breasts.

butter

🥗Healthier: olive oil

💰Cheaper: margarine

Olive oil is a healthier fat option, while margarine can be more cost-effective.

Heat butter in a large pot over medium heat until melted

Add chopped onion and sauté until translucent, about 5 minutes

Stir in grated carrot and minced garlic, cooking for another 2-3 minutes

Add chicken pieces and brown on all sides, about 8-10 minutes

Season with salt, pepper, and spices, stirring to coat the chicken

Add rinsed rice and chickpeas, mixing well with the chicken

Pour in water or broth to cover the rice by about an inch

Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low and cover the pot

Cook until rice is tender and liquid is absorbed, about 20-25 minutes

Remove from heat and let sit, covered, for 10 minutes

Fluff rice with a fork and stir in dried fruits and chopped parsley

Serve warm, garnished with additional parsley if desired.

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