Easy chicken and onion pilaf

Discover a quick and delicious Easy Chicken and Onion Pilaf recipe! Made with tender chicken, sautéed onions, fluffy white rice, and savory chicken broth, this delightful meal is perfect for busy weeknights. Ready in just 30 minutes, it’s a comfort food favorite that the whole family will love.

  • 26 Mar 2025
  • Cook time 40 min
  • Prep time 10 min
  • 6 Servings
  • 5 Ingredients

Easy chicken and onion pilaf

Easy Chicken and Onion Pilaf is a flavorful and satisfying dish that is simple to prepare. With just a few ingredients, you can create a comforting meal that's perfect for any night of the week. The combination of tender chicken broth, aromatic onions, and fluffy rice makes this dish a family favorite.

Ingredients:

2 tbsp butter
27g
1 cup onion
160g
1 cup white rice
200g
2 cups chicken broth
480g
1 dash salt
0.40g

Instructions:

1. Prep Work:
- Begin by finely chopping the onion.
2. Sautéing the Onion:
- In a medium-sized pot, melt the butter over medium heat.
- Add the chopped onion to the pot and sauté until the onion becomes translucent and starts to brown lightly, about 5-7 minutes. Stir frequently to avoid burning.
3. Toasting the Rice:
- Once the onion is sautéed, add the white rice to the pot.
- Stir the rice well to coat it with the butter and onions. Cook for an additional 2-3 minutes, allowing the rice to toast slightly. This step enhances the flavor of the rice.
4. Adding the Broth:
- Pour in the chicken broth and add a dash of salt to the pot.
- Stir well to combine all the ingredients.
5. Cooking the Pilaf:
- Increase the heat to high and bring the mixture to a boil.
- Once boiling, reduce the heat to low, cover the pot with a tight-fitting lid, and let it simmer for about 18-20 minutes, or until the rice is tender and has absorbed all the liquid.
6. Resting the Pilaf:
- After the rice is cooked, remove the pot from the heat and let it sit, covered, for an additional 5-10 minutes. This step allows the rice to steam and ensures it's perfectly fluffy.
7. Fluff and Serve:
- Remove the lid and gently fluff the rice with a fork before serving.

Enjoy your Easy Chicken and Onion Pilaf as a delicious side dish or a main course!

Tips:

- For added flavor, sauté the onions until they are caramelized before adding the rice.

- You can use chicken stock instead of broth for a richer taste.

- Feel free to add a pinch of your favorite herbs or spices, such as thyme or paprika, for extra flavor.

- Ensure that you do not lift the lid while the rice is cooking to keep the steam in and the rice fluffy.

- For a more robust meal, consider adding cooked chicken pieces or vegetables like peas and carrots.

With minimal ingredients and effort, you've just created a delicious and hearty Easy Chicken and Onion Pilaf. This dish is not only filling but also packed with flavor. Serve it as a main course or as a side dish to complement any protein. Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts
Serving Size140 grams
Energy
Calories 170kcal8%
Protein
Protein 3.67g2%
Carbohydrates
Carbohydrates 30g8%
Fiber 0.93g2%
Sugar 1.79g2%
Fat
Fat 4.12g5%
Saturated 2.23g7%
Cholesterol 11mg-
Vitamins
Vitamin A 36ug4%
Choline 7mg1%
Vitamin B1 0.20mg17%
Vitamin B2 0.03mg3%
Vitamin B3 1.94mg12%
Vitamin B6 0.09mg5%
Vitamin B9 80ug21%
Vitamin B12 0.05ug2%
Vitamin C 2.51mg3%
Vitamin E 0.05mg0%
Vitamin K 0.47ug0%
Minerals
Calcium, Ca 20mg2%
Copper, Cu 0.11mg12%
Iron, Fe 1.69mg15%
Magnesium, Mg 11mg3%
Phosphorus, P 60mg5%
Potassium, K 160mg5%
Selenium, Se 4.91ug9%
Sodium, Na 210mg14%
Zinc, Zn 0.47mg4%
Water
Water 110g-
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

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