Description

Authentic Chicken Biryani is a fragrant and flavorful rice dish that combines tender, marinated chicken with aromatic basmati rice. Each bite is a delightful explosion of spices, creating a sumptuous meal that’s visually stunning. Perfect for special occasions or comforting weeknight dinners, this recipe guarantees to impress everyone at your table.

Ingredients

Scale

1 lb boneless chicken thighs
1.5 cups long-grain basmati rice
1 thumb-sized piece fresh ginger, grated
6 cloves fresh garlic, minced
2 medium onions, thinly sliced
2 ripe tomatoes, diced
1 tsp cumin seeds
1 tbsp coriander powder
1 tsp garam masala
Pinch of saffron threads (optional)
3 cups chicken broth or water
2 tbsp vegetable oil or ghee

Instructions

Marinate the chicken by mixing with ginger, garlic, cumin seeds, coriander powder, garam masala, salt, and yogurt in a bowl. Let it sit for at least one hour.
Rinse basmati rice under cold water until clear and soak for 30 minutes.
Heat oil or ghee in a large pot over medium heat. Sauté sliced onions until golden brown; set aside half for garnish.
Add diced tomatoes to the pot with remaining onions and cook until softened; then add the marinated chicken and cook until browned.
Layer soaked rice evenly over the chicken mixture and pour in broth until covered by half an inch.
Cover tightly with a lid, reduce heat to low, and simmer for about 25 minutes before serving.

Prep Time: 20 minutes
Cook Time: 45 minutes
Category: Main
Method: Simmering
Cuisine: South Asian

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
Calories: 360
Sugar: 2g
Sodium: 550mg
Fat: 14g
Saturated Fat: 4g
Unsaturated Fat: 8g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 38g
Fiber: 2g
Protein: 22g
Cholesterol: 85mg

Keywords: For added nutrition, incorporate vegetables like peas or carrots into the layers. Allow the biryani to rest after cooking to enhance flavor melding.