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Azerbaijani pilaf with chicken
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Azerbaijani pilaf with chicken

60 min4 serv.19 февр. 2026 г.

Description

To prepare Azerbaijani pilaf with chicken, we need basmati rice (ideally) or at least parboiled rice. Don't skimp on oil for the rice—use clarified butter or vegetable oil. Saffron and other spices (such as a pepper blend) will add an unmatched aroma.

Instructions

  1. 1

    Step 1

    Step 1

    Soak the rice in salted water for about 15 minutes first.

  2. 2

    Step 2

    Step 2

    Cook the rice, but not until fully done.

  3. 3

    Step 3

    Step 3

    Add saffron and butter to the rice.

  4. 4

    Step 4

    Step 4

    Heat the pan with oil.

  5. 5

    Step 5

    Step 5

    Place the chicken cut into pieces with onions (you can marinate it beforehand, but it's not necessary).

  6. 6

    Step 6

    Step 6

    On top - rice. You can add a little water, but just a little.

  7. 7

    Step 7

    Step 7

    Close the lid and simmer over low heat for an hour.

  8. 8

    Step 8

    Step 8

    Serve on an elongated plate. This is a wonderful Azerbaijani chicken plov.