Chicken Pilaf or pulao (in Urdu) is a type of biryani, which is made up of chicken pieces and rice and has a regal flavor to it, perhaps because its part of the Mughlai cuisine. Large chicken pieces, packed into colored rice, smothered in rich spices and condiments, makes for an ideal chicken pilaf. This lip-smacking dish would make for an ideal dinner, whether with friends or family. Chicken pilaf can be served with a light salad and some curd on the side.