One Pot Chicken Bulgur Recipe
One-pot chicken bulgur – the perfect meal for a midweek dinner when you are not in the mood to cook. All you need is chicken, bulgur, veggies, and under 30 minutes to have a delicious and nutritious meal.
Servings: 6 yields
Calories: 242kcal
Ingredients
- 4 tablespoons Olive oil divided
- 1 lb. Ground chicken read notes
- Salt to taste
- 1 Onion chopped
- 1 Bell pepper diced
- 1 Carrot diced
- 1 Zucchini diced
- 2-3 Garlic cloves crushed
- 1¼ cup Bulgur washed
- Black pepper to taste
- 1 teaspoon Turmeric
- 1 teaspoon Cumin
- 2½ cups Boiling water/chicken stock
- 2 tablespoons Parsley/coriander chopped
Instructions
- Heat 2 tablespoons olive oil in a large pan, add ground chicken (read recipe notes), season with salt and cook, breaking it apart until cooked through, about 5-6 minutes. Remove from the pan and set aside.
- To the same pan add 2 tablespoons of olive oil and heat over medium-high heat. Add chopped onion and sauté for 5-6 minutes. Add diced zucchini, diced carrot, diced bell pepper and cook for about 7-8 minutes. Add more olive oil if needed.
- When vegetables are cooked, add cooked chicken, season with turmeric, cumin, black pepper and salt. Mix well. Add washed bulgur and water.
- Bring to a boil, cover the pan with a lid and cook for 10-15 minutes.
- Sprinkle some chopped herbs and serve!
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Notes
- FAQs: Make sure you read the FAQs for this recipe, which are located below the recipe box, for additional tips and troubleshooting! For extra tips and variations, read the whole article.
- Watch the Video: For better understanding of the recipe, I always recommend watching the video recipe, which includes a step-by-step guide to help you succeed.
- Chicken Cut Options: You can use ground chicken, chicken breast, or chicken thighs for this recipe. For bite-sized pieces of chicken breast or thighs, adjust the cooking time slightly to ensure they are fully cooked.
- Vegetable Variations: Feel free to swap or add vegetables like spinach, mushrooms, or green beans to customize the recipe. Just be sure to adjust the cooking time depending on the vegetables you choose.
- Spice Adjustments: Don’t hesitate to adjust the spices to your taste! You can add smoked paprika, chili flakes, or even a dash of cinnamon for a unique twist on the flavors.
Nutrition
Calories: 242kcal | Carbohydrates: 28g | Protein: 18g | Fat: 8g | Saturated Fat: 2g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 3g | Trans Fat: 0.05g | Cholesterol: 65mg | Sodium: 534mg | Potassium: 729mg | Fiber: 7g | Sugar: 3g | Vitamin A: 2525IU | Vitamin C: 35mg | Calcium: 39mg | Iron: 2mg