Preheat your oven to 400°F.
Pat the chicken thigh dry and rub it with olive oil, turmeric powder, cumin powder, salt, and pepper. Place it on a baking tray.
Bake the chicken thigh for 25-30 minutes or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F.
While the chicken bakes, rinse the red lentils and combine them in a small pot with water, diced onion, minced garlic, chopped tomato, a pinch of salt, and a dash of turmeric. Simmer until the lentils are soft and the dhal has thickened, about 15-20 minutes.
Cook the basmati rice according to package instructions, adding a pinch of turmeric to the water for color and flavor.
In a small saucepan, poach the egg by gently simmering it in water with a splash of vinegar for 3-4 minutes until the white is set but the yolk remains runny.
Plate by layering a serving of turmeric rice, ladling a generous portion of the lentil dhal beside it, and placing the baked chicken thigh on the side. Top the dhal with the poached egg.
Serve warm and enjoy the hearty, spiced flavors of this balanced dinner.