Description
Biryani Chicken is a fragrant one-pot dish that combines succulent marinated chicken with aromatic basmati rice, spices, and fresh herbs. This vibrant meal not only delights the taste buds but also creates a warm atmosphere for family gatherings or cozy nights in. With its stunning presentation and rich flavors, this easy-to-make recipe brings restaurant-quality biryani right to your kitchen, making it a showstopper for any occasion.
Ingredients
Scale
- 3–4 boneless, skinless chicken thighs (about 500g)
- 1 cup long-grain basmati rice (200g)
- 1 large onion, thinly sliced
- 2 tbsp garlic and ginger paste
- 1 tsp cumin powder
- 1 tsp coriander powder
- 1 tsp garam masala
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 2 tbsp oil for cooking
- Fresh cilantro leaves (¼ cup)
- Fresh mint leaves (¼ cup)
- Sliced green chilies (to taste)
Instructions
- 1. Marinate the chicken: In a bowl, mix chicken thighs with garlic-ginger paste, cumin, coriander, garam masala, salt, and pepper. Let it marinate for at least 30 minutes.
- 2. Sauté onions: Heat oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add sliced onions and cook until golden brown.
- 3. Cook chicken: Add marinated chicken to the pot and cook until browned on all sides, about 5 minutes.
- 4. Add rice: Stir in rinsed basmati rice gently and add enough water to cover everything by about an inch. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low.
- 5. Steam: Cover tightly and let steam on low heat for about 20 minutes.
- 6. Fluff and serve: Once cooked through, let sit covered for an additional five minutes. Fluff with a fork before serving and garnish with fresh herbs and chilies.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: One-pot cooking
- Cuisine: South Asian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (250g)
- Calories: 390
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 560mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 90mg