Chicken biryani

• For 4 people
• Preparation time : 60 minutes
• Difficulty (0 to 5) : 3

Ingredients

• Chicken
  • Chicken : 500 grams
  • Yogurt : 1/2 cup
  • Ginger Garlic Paste : 2 tablespoons
  • Red Chili Powder : 1 teaspoon
  • Turmeric Powder : 1/2 teaspoon
  • Garam Masala Powder : 1 teaspoon
  • Salt : to taste
  • Oil : 2 tablespoons
• Rice
  • Basmati Rice : 2 cups
  • Water : 4 cups
  • Salt : to taste
  • Whole Spices (Cinnamon, Cardamom, Cloves) : 1 tablespoon
• Biryani Masala
  • Onion : 2 medium-sized
  • Tomato : 2 medium-sized
  • Green Chilies : 2 chopped
  • Mint Leaves : 1/2 cup
  • Coriander Leaves : 1/2 cup
  • Ginger Garlic Paste : 1 tablespoon
  • Red Chili Powder : 1 teaspoon
  • Turmeric Powder : 1/2 teaspoon
  • Garam Masala Powder : 1 teaspoon
  • Salt : to taste
  • Oil : 2 tablespoons

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Steps

• Marinating the Chicken
• Marinate the chicken with yogurt, ginger garlic paste, red chili powder, turmeric powder, garam masala powder, and salt. Let it marinate for at least 30 minutes.
• Cooking the Rice
• Wash the basmati rice thoroughly and soak it in water for 30 minutes.
• In a large pot, bring water to a boil and add salt and whole spices.
• Drain the soaked rice and add it to the boiling water.
• Cook the rice until it is 70% cooked. Drain and set aside.
• Preparing the Biryani Masala
• Heat oil in a pan and add sliced onions. Cook until they turn golden brown.
• Add ginger garlic paste and sauté for a minute.
• Add chopped tomatoes and cook until they become soft and mushy.
• Add green chilies, mint leaves, coriander leaves, red chili powder, turmeric powder, garam masala powder, and salt. Mix well and cook for a few minutes.
• Add the marinated chicken and cook until it is tender and cooked through.
• Layering and Dum Cooking
• In a large pot, spread a layer of cooked rice at the bottom.
• Add a layer of the chicken biryani masala on top of the rice.
• Repeat the layers until all the rice and masala are used.
• Cover the pot with a tight-fitting lid and cook on low heat for 20-25 minutes to allow the flavors to meld together.
• Serve hot with raita or salad.

Tips

• Use good quality basmati rice for the best results.
• Adjust the spice levels according to your preference.
• You can add saffron soaked in milk to the rice for a fragrant and colorful biryani.

Information

• Biryani is a popular Indian rice dish made with aromatic spices, meat, and rice.
• It is a one-pot meal that is perfect for special occasions or gatherings.
• Chicken biryani is a classic variation of biryani and is loved by many for its rich flavors.