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Microwave chicken pilaf

Microwave chicken pilaf

Save energy and time with this fragrant microwave chicken pilaf. It's so easy to make and takes less than 20 minutes! In November 2023, this recipe was costed at an average of £1.48 per portion when checking prices at four UK supermarkets. The recipe is designed to be made in conjunction with a low-cost store-cupboard.

Prep15 min
Cook20 min
Servings4
Cal/serving464
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Ingredients

Servings
4
  • Sunflower oil30 ml
  • Chicken stock400 ml

Instructions

3 steps
  1. 1

    Mix the chicken, white spring onions, garlic, oil, rice, cumin and chillies together in a large microwavable bowl, stirring until the rice is coated in oil. Pour over the hot stock then cover and microwave on high for 12 minutes, stirring halfway.

  2. 2

    Stir in the carrot, peas and green spring onions and cook for a further 3 minutes. Stir well, then leave to stand for 2 minutes until any remaining stock has been absorbed and the rice is tender.

  3. 3

    Garnish with coriander and serve.

Nutrition

1 serving ≈ 263 g

Nutrition values are estimates. - means data is unavailable.

464
kcal
36.5g
Protein
49.9g
Carbs
14.2g
Fat
4.7g
Fiber

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