Description
A flavorful and aromatic spiced chicken biryani recipe that serves 4-6 people.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups basmati rice
- 1 pound chicken, cut into bite-sized pieces
- 1 large onion, thinly sliced
- 2 tomatoes, chopped
- 1/2 cup plain yogurt
- 1/4 cup vegetable oil
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon ginger, minced
- 2 green chilies, slit lengthwise
- 1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
- 1/4 cup fresh mint leaves, chopped
- 1 teaspoon cumin seeds
- 1 teaspoon coriander powder
- 1 teaspoon garam masala
- 1/2 teaspoon turmeric powder
- Salt, to taste
- 4 cups water
- 1/4 cup raisins (optional)
- 1/4 cup cashews (optional)
Instructions
- Rinse the basmati rice under cold water until the water runs clear. Soak the rice in water for 30 minutes, then drain.
- In a large pot, heat the vegetable oil over medium heat. Add the cumin seeds and sliced onions, cooking until the onions are golden brown.
- Stir in the minced garlic, ginger, and green chilies. Cook for another 2 minutes until fragrant.
- Add the chicken pieces to the pot and cook until they are no longer pink, about 5-7 minutes.
- Stir in the chopped tomatoes, yogurt, coriander powder, turmeric powder, and salt. Cook for another 5 minutes until the tomatoes soften.
- Add the soaked and drained rice to the pot, followed by the water. Bring to a boil, then reduce the heat to low. Cover the pot and let it simmer for 20 minutes, or until the rice is cooked and the water is absorbed.
- Once cooked, remove the pot from heat and let it sit, covered, for an additional 10 minutes.
- Fluff the biryani with a fork and gently mix in the garam masala, cilantro, and mint. If using, stir in the raisins and cashews.
Notes
- For a vegetarian version, substitute chicken with mixed vegetables like peas, carrots, and bell peppers.
- You can also add paneer for extra protein.
- For a spicier biryani, increase the number of green chilies or add red chili powder to taste.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Indian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 480
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 500mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 60g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 70mg