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Chicken Biryani Recipe

A flavorful and aromatic chicken biryani recipe that's perfect for any occasion.
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Preparation Time: 30 minutes
Cook Time: 45 minutes
Total Time: 1 hour 15 minutes
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Indian
Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 450 kcal

Ingredients 

Main Ingredients

  • 500 g Chicken cut into pieces
  • 2 cups Basmati Rice soaked for 30 minutes
  • 2 tablespoon Ghee
  • 1 cup Yogurt
  • 2 large Onions sliced
  • 3 cloves Garlic minced
  • 1 tablespoon Ginger minced
  • 2 teaspoon Biryani Masala
  • 1 teaspoon Turmeric Powder
  • 1 teaspoon Red Chili Powder
  • 1 cup Cilantro chopped
  • 1 cup Mint Leaves chopped
  • to taste Salt
  • 3 cups Water

Instructions 

  1. 1. Marinate the chicken with yogurt, biryani masala, turmeric powder, red chili powder, and salt. Let it sit for at least 30 minutes.
  2. 2. In a large pot, heat ghee and fry the onions until golden brown. Remove half of the onions and set aside for garnishing.
  3. 3. Add garlic and ginger to the pot and sauté for a minute. Add the marinated chicken and cook until the chicken is done.
  4. 4. Add the soaked rice, water, chopped cilantro, and mint leaves. Mix well and bring to a boil.
  5. 5. Reduce the heat, cover the pot, and let it simmer until the rice is cooked and the water is absorbed.
  6. 6. Garnish with the fried onions and serve hot.

Nutritional Value

Calories: 450kcal | Carbohydrates: 60g | Protein: 25g | Fat: 15g | Saturated Fat: 5g | Cholesterol: 80mg | Sodium: 600mg | Potassium: 400mg | Fiber: 3g | Sugar: 4g | Vitamin A: 500IU | Vitamin C: 10mg | Calcium: 100mg | Iron: 3mg

Keywords

Biryani, Chicken, Rice
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