Spicy Chicken and Pilaf Bowl
A flavorful and spicy chicken dish served with a side of pilaf, inspired by Indian cuisine.
Ingredients
- ●1 pound chicken breast
- ●1 cup pilaf
- ●2 naga peppersseeded and chopped
- ●1/2 teaspoon nutmeg
- ●2 cups chicken broth
- ●1 cup brown rice
- ●2 tablespoons vegetable oil
- ●to taste salt
- ●to taste black pepper
Instructions
- 1
Heat 1 tablespoon of vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
- 2
Add the chicken breast and cook until browned on both sides, about 5-6 minutes.
- 3
Remove the chicken from the skillet and set aside.
- 4
Add the remaining 1 tablespoon of vegetable oil to the skillet.
- 5
Add the chopped naga peppers and cook until softened, about 3-4 minutes.
- 6
Add the chicken broth to the skillet and bring to a boil.
- 7
Return the chicken to the skillet and reduce heat to medium-low.
- 8
Simmer the chicken until cooked through, about 10-12 minutes.
- 9
While the chicken is cooking, cook the brown rice according to package instructions.
- 10
To assemble the dish, place a scoop of pilaf on a plate, followed by a piece of the chicken.
- 11
Sprinkle with salt and black pepper to taste.
- 12
Garnish with chopped cilantro, if desired.