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Chicken Biryani Recipe

A simple and flavorful chicken biryani recipe made with basmati rice, tender chicken, and aromatic spices. Perfect for home cooking with an easy step-by-step method.
Prep Time20 minutes
Cook Time40 minutes
Total Time1 hour
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Indian
Keyword: Chicken Biryani
Servings: 4 Serves
Calories: 500kcal

Ingredients

  • Chicken 1 kg
  • Yogurt 1 cup
  • Basmati rice 2 cups
  • Onion 2 sliced
  • Tomato 2 chopped
  • Ginger garlic paste 2 tbsp
  • Spices turmeric, garam masala, paprika
  • Whole spices bay leaf, cardamom, cloves
  • Oil / butter
  • Coriander & mint
  • Salt

Instructions

  • Marinate chicken with yogurt and spices
  • Cook rice until 70% done
  • Fry onions until golden
  • Cook chicken with tomatoes and herbs
  • Layer chicken and rice in pot
  • Slow cook (dum) for 20–25 minutes
  • Rest and serve hot

Notes

Cook on low heat for best flavor
 Do not overcook rice
 Use fresh ingredients for better taste