Spiced Chicken and Pea Pilaf

Ingredients:

- 2 cups basmati rice, rinsed and drained

- 500g boneless chicken breast, cut into large pieces

- 1 onion, finely chopped

- 2 tomatoes, diced

- 3 cloves garlic, minced

- 1-inch ginger, grated

- 1 cup green peas

- 3 cups chicken broth

- 2 tablespoons oil

- 1 teaspoon cumin seeds

- 1 teaspoon ground coriander

- 1 teaspoon paprika

- 1/2 teaspoon turmeric

- 1/2 teaspoon garam masala

- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper

- Salt to taste

- Fresh cilantro or mint for garnish

Directions:

1. Heat oil in a large pan over medium heat. Add cumin seeds and let them sizzle for a few seconds.

2. Add chopped onions and sauté until golden brown. Stir in the garlic and ginger, cooking for another minute.

3. Add the diced tomatoes and cook until they soften and break down.

4. Stir in the coriander, paprika, turmeric, garam masala, black pepper, and salt. Mix well to combine the flavors.

5. Add the chicken pieces and cook until they are lightly browned on all sides.

6. Stir in the rinsed rice and mix everything together, allowing the rice to absorb the flavors.

7. Pour in the chicken broth, bring to a boil, then reduce the heat to low. Cover and let it simmer for about 15 minutes.

8. Add the green peas, cover again, and cook for another 5 minutes until the rice is fluffy and the chicken is cooked through.

9. Turn off the heat and let it sit, covered, for 5 minutes before fluffing with a fork.

10. Garnish with fresh cilantro or mint and serve hot.

Prep Time: 10 minutes | Cooking Time: 30 minutes | Total Time: 40 minutes | Kcal: 450 per serving | Servings: 4