Name: Easy Oats Haleem
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 45 min
Total time: 1 h
Cuisine: Indian/Pakistani
Ingredients: 500 g chicken (with bones or boneless); 2 onions (thinly sliced); 1/2 cup fresh coriander leaves; 1/4 cup fresh mint leaves; 4-6 green chillies; 4 tbsp mash dal; 2 tbsp moong dal; 2 tbsp masoor dal; 1/2 cup cooking oil; 5 tbsp ghee; 2 cinnamon sticks; 3 cloves; 9 peppercorns; 2 1/2 tbsp ginger garlic paste; 1 tbsp red chilli powder; 1 tsp turmeric powder; 1 1/2 tsp garam masala powder; 1 1/2 tsp coriander powder; 1 tbsp cumin powder; 2-3 tsp salt (to taste); 3 tbsp lemon juice; 1/2 cup oats (instant or quick-cook); 3-4 cups water or homemade chicken broth; 2 chicken stock cubes; 1/4 cup fried onions (for garnishing); 2 tbsp chopped coriander (for garnishing); 1/4 cup fried cashews (for garnishing); 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, finely chopped

Description

Easy Oats Haleem is a delightful and wholesome dish that combines the rich flavors of chicken, lentils, and oats into a comforting one-pot meal. Perfect for family dinners or special occasions, this recipe encapsulates the essence of Indian and Pakistani cuisines. Each bite offers a satisfying blend of spices, while the nutritious ingredients make it a healthy option for any day of the week. With its quick preparation time and customizable flavors, Easy Oats Haleem is sure to impress your guests or provide a cozy meal for yourself on any chilly evening.

Ingredients

Scale

500 g chicken (with bones or boneless)
2 onions (thinly sliced)
1/2 cup fresh coriander leaves
1/4 cup fresh mint leaves
4–6 green chillies
4 tbsp mash dal
2 tbsp moong dal
2 tbsp masoor dal
1/2 cup cooking oil
5 tbsp ghee
2 cinnamon sticks
3 cloves
9 peppercorns
2 1/2 tbsp ginger garlic paste
1 tbsp red chilli powder
1 tsp turmeric powder
1 1/2 tsp garam masala powder
1 1/2 tsp coriander powder
1 tbsp cumin powder
2–3 tsp salt (to taste)
3 tbsp lemon juice
1/2 cup oats (instant or quick-cook)
3–4 cups water or homemade chicken broth
2 chicken stock cubes
1/4 cup fried onions (for garnishing)
2 tbsp chopped coriander (for garnishing)
1/4 cup fried cashews (for garnishing)
2 tablespoons fresh parsley, finely chopped

Instructions

Soak lentils in water while preparing other ingredients.
Fry sliced onions in oil until golden brown and set half aside.
Blend coriander leaves, mint leaves, and green chillies into a smooth paste.
In a heavy pot, heat oil and add whole spices followed by ginger garlic paste and spices; cook briefly.
Add chicken and sauté with yogurt and crushed onions until fragrant.
Pour in water; cover pot and cook until chicken is tender.
Shred cooked chicken and return to pot with soaked lentils and stock; simmer for about 15 minutes.
Stir in oats along with remaining spices and lemon juice; mix well.
Finish with ghee for richness; garnish with fried onions, cashews, and herbs before serving.

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 45 minutes
Category: Main
Method: Cooking
Cuisine: Indian/Pakistani

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 bowl (200g)
Calories: 420
Sugar: 3g
Sodium: 620mg
Fat: 25g
Saturated Fat: 10g
Unsaturated Fat: 12g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 30g
Fiber: 8g
Protein: 20g
Cholesterol: 75mg

Keywords: For added flavor, consider adjusting the spices based on your preference or try adding vegetables for extra nutrition. This dish can be served with naan or roti for a complete meal.