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 minutesmins
Cook Time40 minutesmins
Total Time1 hourhr
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Indian
Keyword: Chicken Biryani
Servings: 4Serves
Calories: 500kcal
Ingredients
Chicken1 kg
Yogurt1 cup
Basmati rice2 cups
Onion2 sliced
Tomato2 chopped
Ginger garlic paste2 tbsp
Spicesturmeric, garam masala, paprika
Whole spicesbay 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