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Authentic Chicken Biryani Recipe Made Simple at Home

Authentic Chicken Biryani Recipe Made Simple for Home Cooks

Experience the Authentic Chicken Biryani Recipe Made Simple at Home, a perfect blend of marinated chicken, basmati rice, and spices.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour 10 minutes
Resting Time 10 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 50 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Indian
Calories: 550
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken Marinade
  • 1 kg Chicken Bone-in pieces preferred.
  • 200 g Yogurt Can use dairy-free yogurt.
  • 2 tbsp Ginger-Garlic Paste Can be homemade or store-bought.
For the Spices
  • 1 tbsp Red Chili Powder Adjust to taste.
  • 1 tbsp Turmeric
  • 1 tbsp Garam Masala Use a quality mix.
  • 1 tbsp Salt Adjust for low-sodium version.
For the Rice and Cooking
  • 2 cups Basmati Rice Soak for at least 30 minutes.
  • 2 tbsp Ghee Can substitute with vegetable oil.
For the Signature Flavor
  • 5 strands Saffron Can substitute with turmeric.
For Garnishing
  • 1 cup Fried Onions Can be homemade or store-bought.
  • 1 bunch Mint Use fresh.
  • 1 bunch Cilantro Use fresh.

Equipment

  • Large Bowl
  • Pot
  • Measuring cups
  • spatula
  • Saucepan
  • lid

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Marinate Chicken: Combine chicken, yogurt, ginger-garlic paste, red chili powder, turmeric, garam masala, and salt. Mix and let marinate for at least 30 minutes.
  2. Prepare Saffron: Soak saffron in warm milk for 10-15 minutes.
  3. Cook Chicken: Heat ghee in a pot and add marinated chicken. Cook for 15-20 minutes until nearly tender.
  4. Cook Rice: In a separate pot, boil water, add spices and salt, then add basmati rice; cook for 5-7 minutes until 70% cooked, then drain.
  5. Layer Biryani: In the pot with chicken, layer half of the partially cooked rice, and half of the garnishes. Repeat with remaining rice and garnishes, dripping saffron milk over top.
  6. Dum Cooking: Cover pot tightly and cook on high for 3-4 minutes, then reduce heat to low and cook for 45 minutes.
  7. Rest Before Serving: Let Biryani rest for 10 minutes, fluff with a fork before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 550kcalCarbohydrates: 70gProtein: 30gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 6gCholesterol: 100mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 3gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 1mgCalcium: 200mgIron: 3.5mg

Notes

This recipe is versatile for different dietary preferences and can be made ahead of time for busy weeknights.

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