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Chicken Biryani Recipe – Fragrant Basmati Rice & Spiced Chicken
Chicken Biryani Recipe: Fragrant Basmati Rice with Spiced Chicken
Chicken Biryani is one of the most celebrated Indian rice dishes, known for its aromatic basmati grains, layered spices and tender, flavourful chicken. This timeless recipe combines whole spices, herbs and a gentle steaming process to create depth without heaviness. Perfect for family dinners, festive gatherings or weekend cooking, biryani is both comforting and impressive.
Ingredients:
- 2 cups Basmati Rice
- 500g chicken (bone-in pieces preferred)
- 1 large onion (thinly sliced)
- 2 tbsp yogurt
- 1 tsp ginger-garlic paste
- ½ tsp turmeric powder
- 1 tsp garam masala
- 1 bay leaf
- 3–4 cloves
- 2 green cardamom pods
- Fresh coriander leaves
- Fresh mint leaves (optional)
- Salt to taste
- 2 tbsp oil or ghee
Instructions:
- Step 1 – Cook the rice: Rinse basmati rice thoroughly and soak for 20 minutes. Boil in salted water with bay leaf and whole spices until about 70% cooked. Drain and set aside.
- Step 2 – Prepare the chicken: Heat oil or ghee in a heavy pan. Sauté sliced onions until golden. Add ginger-garlic paste, turmeric, garam masala and salt. Stir in yogurt and chicken pieces. Cook until the chicken is tender and coated in spices.
- Step 3 – Layer the biryani: In a heavy-bottomed pot, layer the chicken mixture and partially cooked rice alternately. Sprinkle fresh coriander and mint between layers.
- Step 4 – Steam (Dum): Cover tightly and cook on low heat for 10–15 minutes to allow flavours to blend. Rest for 5 minutes before gently fluffing and serving.
Serve hot with raita, salad or a simple cucumber yogurt dip. The key to excellent biryani lies in good-quality basmati rice and patient steaming. Each grain should remain separate, fragrant and lightly infused with spice.
Whether prepared for a special occasion or a comforting weekend meal, chicken biryani remains a dish that brings warmth and celebration to the table.
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