Savory Spiced Chicken Biryani
Indulge in a fragrant blend of tender chicken, basmati rice, and aromatic spices in this classic Indian dish. Each bite is a symphony of flavors – savory, spicy, and slightly sweet. Perfect for any occasion, this biryani will surely impress your guests or satisfy your craving for a delicious homemade meal.
ingredients
- 2 lbs chicken, cut into pieces
- 2 cups basmati rice
- 3 onions, thinly sliced
- 1/4 cup plain yogurt
- 1/4 cup ghee or vegetable oil
- 2 tomatoes, diced
- 2 tbsp ginger-garlic paste
- 1 tbsp biryani masala
- 1 tsp turmeric powder
- 1 tsp cumin seeds
- 1 stick cinnamon
- 4 cardamom pods
- 4 cloves
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh cilantro for garnish
steps
- 1.
Marinate chicken with yogurt, ginger-garlic paste, turmeric powder, salt, and pepper. Let it sit for at least 30 minutes.
- 2.
In a large pot, heat ghee/oil and add cumin seeds, cinnamon, cardamom, and cloves. Sauté until fragrant.
- 3.
Add onions and cook until golden brown. Stir in biryani masala.
- 4.
Add marinated chicken and cook until browned. Stir in tomatoes.
- 5.
Add rice and mix well. Pour in enough water to cover the rice, then cover and simmer until rice is cooked.
- 6.
Garnish with fresh cilantro and serve hot.
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