Welcome to my kitchen adventure where fragrant spices and tender chicken unite in a symphony of flavor and aroma. Chicken Biryani has not only warmed my heart but has also become a staple at my dinner table. Join me as I guide you through this culinary journey to create a crowd-pleasing classic that is rich in tradition and taste.
The Essence of Chicken Biryani
For me, Chicken Biryani isn’t just a meal; it’s an experience. Each layer of seasoned rice, succulent chicken, and melting spices transports me to a world of culinary bliss. This dish encapsulates the vibrant amalgamation of cultures, rooted in centuries of history and cherished across borders. Let’s dive into this beloved delicacy and create a gastronomic masterpiece in your own kitchen!
Recipe Card
Chicken Biryani
Description
Chicken Biryani is a harmonious blend of tender chicken pieces layered with generously seasoned rice and a mélange of spices. This dish stands as a testament to the vibrant amalgamation of cultures, cherished across borders and rooted in a rich history of culinary tradition. Prepare this classic recipe in your kitchen and inhale the aromatic spices that will transform your meal into a feast.Ingredients
For Marinade
For Rice
For Assembly
Instructions
Marinating the Chicken
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Prepare Marinade
In a large bowl, combine yogurt, ginger garlic paste, biryani masala, turmeric powder, red chili powder, and salt. Mix well.Ensure all spices are evenly mixed. -
Marinate Chicken
Add chicken pieces to the bowl and coat uniformly with the marinade. Cover and refrigerate for at least 2 hours.Longer marination will yield better flavor.
Cooking the Rice
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Boil Rice
In a large pot, bring water to a boil with bay leaves, cloves, and cinnamon sticks. Add soaked basmati rice and cook until 70% done. Drain and set aside.Do not overcook the rice.
Cooking the Chicken
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Cook Marinated Chicken
In a large pan, heat ghee and add the marinated chicken. Cook until chicken is fully cooked and the oil separates from the mixture.Ensure chicken is cooked through.
Assembling Biryani
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Layer Biryani
In a large pot, spread a layer of chicken with gravy. Sprinkle half of the fried onions, coriander, and mint leaves. Add a layer of half-cooked rice. Repeat layers and top with saffron milk.Gently press each layer for a firm texture.
Dum Cooking
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Final Cooking
Cover the pot with a tight lid and cook on low heat for 20-25 minutes. Allow the assembled biryani to rest for 10 minutes before serving.Ensure the pot is tightly sealed to trap steam.
Nutrition Facts
Servings 6
- Amount Per Serving
- Calories 500kcal
- % Daily Value *
- Total Fat 16gg25%
- Saturated Fat 5gg25%
- Trans Fat 0gg
- Cholesterol 60mgmg20%
- Sodium 750mgmg32%
- Potassium 400mgmg12%
- Total Carbohydrate 60gg20%
- Dietary Fiber 3gg12%
- Sugars 3gg
- Protein 30gg60%
- Vitamin A 20% IU
- Vitamin C 15% mg
- Calcium 10% mg
- Iron 15% mg
- Vitamin D 5% IU
- Vitamin E 10% IU
- Vitamin K 1% mcg
- Thiamin 5% mg
- Riboflavin 10% mg
- Niacin 35% mg
- Vitamin B6 20% mg
- Folate 10% mcg
- Vitamin B12 5% mcg
- Biotin 2% mcg
- Pantothenic Acid 4% mg
- Phosphorus 25% mg
- Iodine 1% mcg
- Magnesium 15% mg
- Zinc 10% mg
- Selenium 30% mcg
- Copper 5% mg
- Manganese 20% mg
- Chromium 1% mcg
- Molybdenum 1% mcg
- Chloride 5% mg
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
Note
For a more aromatic biryani, consider adding rose water or kewra essence before the final cooking. Adjust the spices according to taste preferences.
Hi there! I’m Mark Renshaw, and this all started as a quiet tribute to my grandmother, Val, whose kitchen was the heart of our family long before I ever knew what “good food” meant.
Her cooking was simple, but never ordinary. Every dish had its own rhythm, the way she hummed as she stirred gravy, the handwritten notes she scribbled on her recipe cards that somehow said more about life than cooking.
