Chicken Biryani Delight

About this recipe

Indulge in a modern twist on a classic Indian dish with our Chicken Biryani Delight. This aromatic rice dish features tender chicken pieces marinated in spices, layered with fragrant basmati rice, and cooked to perfection. It’s a feast for both the eyes and the palate, perfect for special occasions or a comforting family dinner.

Ingredients

• 2 cups basmati rice
• 1 kg chicken, bone-in and skin-on, cut into pieces
• 2 large onions, thinly sliced
• 4 ripe tomatoes, chopped
• 4 green chilies, slit
• 1/2 cup plain yogurt
• 1 tablespoon fresh ginger-garlic paste
• 1 tablespoon biryani masala
• 1 teaspoon turmeric powder
• 1 teaspoon red chili powder
• 1/2 teaspoon garam masala
• 1/4 cup fresh mint leaves, chopped
• 1/4 cup fresh coriander leaves, chopped
• 1/4 cup fried onions
• 1/4 cup ghee
• 1 teaspoon saffron threads (optional, soaked in 2 tablespoons warm milk)
• Salt, to taste

Directions

1. 1

   Marinate chicken with yogurt, ginger-garlic paste, turmeric, red chili, and biryani masala. Refrigerate for at least 1 hour.

2. 2

   Rinse basmati rice thoroughly and soak it for 30 minutes.

3. 3

   In a large, heavy-bottomed pot, heat ghee and add sliced onions. Cook until golden brown.

4. 4

   Add marinated chicken to the pot. Cook until no longer pink, adding chopped tomatoes and green chilies.

5. 5

   Parboil the soaked rice with saffron threads and salt until 70% cooked. Drain well.

6. 6

   Layer the parboiled rice over the chicken mixture. Sprinkle with garam masala, mint, coriander, and fried onions.

7. 7

   Seal the pot with a tight lid. Cook on low heat for 20 minutes, using a tawa underneath for even cooking.

8. 8

   Remove from heat and let sit for 10 minutes before serving. Fluff gently and serve hot.