Irresistible Chicken Biryani Recipe
Experience the vibrant flavors of Chicken Biryani—a delightful dish that combines tender chicken, aromatic basmati rice, and a symphony of spices for a truly memorable meal.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour 5 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Cooking
- Cuisine: Indian
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb boneless skinless chicken thighs
- 1.5 cups basmati rice
- 2 medium onions, finely sliced
- 2 tbsp garlic and ginger paste
- 2 medium ripe tomatoes, chopped
- 2 tbsp biryani masala powder
- 1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
- 1/4 cup fresh mint leaves, chopped
- 1/2 cup plain yogurt
- 3 tbsp cooking oil or ghee
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Marinate chicken with yogurt, garlic-ginger paste, salt, pepper, and biryani masala. Set aside for at least 30 minutes.
- Heat oil or ghee in a large pot over medium heat. Sauté sliced onions until golden brown, about 10 minutes.
- Add chopped tomatoes and stir in additional biryani masala powder; cook until tomatoes soften.
- Incorporate marinated chicken into the pot, cooking until browned on all sides (about 8-10 minutes).
- Rinse basmati rice under cold water until the water runs clear. Add rinsed rice and water (1 cup rice to 1.5 cups water) to the pot and season well.
- Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low. Cover tightly and simmer for 20 minutes without lifting the lid.
- Let sit off heat for another 10 minutes before fluffing gently with a fork. Serve hot with raita or salad for an extra burst of flavor!
Notes
- For a vegetarian twist, substitute chicken with mixed vegetables or tofu.
- Add nuts like cashews or almonds for added texture.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (200g)
- Calories: 420
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 16g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 24g
- Cholesterol: 85mg