Chicken Xacuti Pulao

Chicken Xacuti Pulao is a flavorful and aromatic rice dish from Goan Catholic Cuisine, featuring a blend of spices and tender chicken pieces.

Chicken Xacuti Pulao

Ingredients

  • 2 cups basmati rice
  • 500g chicken, cut into pieces
  • 1 large onion, finely chopped
  • 4 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1-inch ginger, grated
  • 1 tomato, chopped
  • 2 green chilies, slit
  • 1/2 cup coconut milk
  • 2 tbsp Xacuti masala
  • 1/2 tsp turmeric powder
  • 2 tbsp oil
  • Salt to taste
  • Fresh cilantro for garnish

Instructions

  1. Wash the basmati rice and soak it in water for 30 minutes. Drain and set aside.
  2. Heat oil in a large pot and sauté the onions, garlic, and ginger until golden brown.
  3. Add the chicken pieces and cook until they are no longer pink.
  4. Stir in the Xacuti masala, turmeric powder, and salt. Cook for 2 minutes.
  5. Add the chopped tomatoes and green chilies. Cook until the tomatoes are soft.
  6. Pour in the coconut milk and bring to a simmer.
  7. Stir in the soaked rice and add 4 cups of water. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low, cover, and cook for 15-20 minutes until the rice is tender and the liquid is absorbed.
  8. Garnish with fresh cilantro and serve hot.

Cooking & Preparation

Preparation time:
15 minutes
Cooking time:
45 minutes
Total time:
1 hour
Cooking method
Stovetop

Nutritional facts per 1 serving

Calories
350 per serving
Carbohydrates
45g
Protein
25g
Fat
8g

Supplies

Large pot Knife Cutting board Measuring cups and spoons

Tools

Spatula Cooking spoon Cooking pot with lid

Serving suggestions

Serve the Chicken Xacuti Pulao with a side of raita (yogurt dip) and papad (crispy Indian flatbread).

Tips & tricks

For a spicier pulao, increase the quantity of green chilies or add a dash of red chili powder.

Cost

$15