A serving of chicken khichdi can be high in protein.: Chicken contains many essential nutrients, including B vitamins, phosphorus, selenium, iron, zinc, and copper. These nutrients are important for energy production, bone health, immune function, and brain function. Khichdi is made with rice and lentils, which are both gluten-free. Khichdi can help manage cholesterol levels. It is a good immunity booster and can help restart a compromised digestive system. It has anti-inflammatory properties and it is good for people with diabetes. Khichdi can help with weight loss. 

Ingredients

• 2/3 pound boneless, skinless chicken thighs, cut into bite-sized pieces

• 2 tablespoons plain whole milk yogurt
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1/2 teaspoon chili powder
• 1/2 teaspoon garam masala
• 1/2 teaspoon turmeric powder

• 2 tablespoons sunflower oil
• 1 tablespoon salted butter
• 1 bay leaf
• 1 stick cinnamon
• 4 cardamom pods
• 1 teaspoon cumin seeds
• 1 onion, roughly chopped
• 1-inch piece ginger root, peeled and grated
• 2 garlic cloves, grated
• 2 tomatoes, roughly chopped
• 1 cup basmati rice
• 1 cup moong dal
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1/2 teaspoon chili powder

METHOD

Start by marinating the chicken. Put the chicken, yogurt, and all the spices in a bowl and mix to coat well. Cover and set aside.

Heat the oil and butter in a pan over medium heat, add the whole spices and cumin seeds, and let them sizzle for a few seconds. Add the onions and cook for 5 minutes until they get some color. Next, add the garlic and ginger and cook for another minute, stirring frequently . Add the tomatoes and cook for 5 minutes until the tomatoes start to soften. Then add the marinated chicken followed by the rice and lentils and mix it all well. To this add the spices and then the boiling water. Cover with a lid and cook on low heat for 20-25 minutes until cooked. Sprinkle on the coriander leaves and serve warm with plain yogurt.

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