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Chicken Biryani A bowl of homemade chicken biryani with long-grain basmati rice, tender chicken pieces, and spices, garnished with fresh mint leaves, served on a wooden table.

Chicken Biryani

This aromatic and flavorful Chicken Biryani brings the best of Indian cuisine with tender chicken, fragrant rice, and a perfect blend of spices.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 45 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 15 minutes
Servings: 6
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Indian
Calories: 483
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 3 tablespoons olive oil or ghee if preferred
  • 4 boneless skinless chicken thighs (cut into 1-inch chunks)
  • 1 yellow onion diced into ½-inch pieces
  • 1 tablespoon garlic minced
  • 1 tablespoon ginger minced
  • 2 roma tomatoes grated
  • ½ cup water to help cook the tomatoes
  • 1 green bell pepper sliced
  • 2 teaspoons Kosher salt adjust to taste
  • ¼ teaspoon cayenne pepper for a mild kick
  • ½ teaspoon coarse ground black pepper for seasoning
  • 2 teaspoons garam masala traditional spice blend
  • 1 teaspoon coriander ground
  • ½ teaspoon ground turmeric adds vibrant color
  • 1 teaspoon cumin ground
  • ½ teaspoon cinnamon adds warmth
  • 4 cups chicken broth for cooking the rice
  • 2 cups basmati rice rinsed and drained

Method
 

  1. Add the olive oil (or ghee) to a large Dutch oven over medium-high heat. prep
  2. Add the chicken to the pot and cook until browned on both sides. cook
  3. Add the diced onion and cook for 3-4 minutes until it becomes translucent. prep
  4. Stir in the minced garlic, ginger, grated tomatoes, and ½ cup water. mix
  5. Bring the mixture to a simmer and cook until the water evaporates, about 20 minutes. cook
  6. Stir in the bell pepper, salt, cayenne, black pepper, garam masala, coriander, turmeric, cumin, and cinnamon, making sure everything is well-mixed. mix
  7. Stir in the rinsed basmati rice, then reduce the heat to low, covering the pot and cooking for 18-20 minutes. cook
  8. Turn off the heat and let the pot sit, covered, for an additional 5 minutes before opening and serving. finish

Nutrition

Serving: 1gCalories: 483kcalCarbohydrates: 55gProtein: 18gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 73mgSodium: 1414mgPotassium: 467mgFiber: 2gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 340IUVitamin C: 31.5mgCalcium: 46mgIron: 1.8mg

Notes

A comforting dish filled with rich, aromatic flavors, perfect for a family dinner or a cozy weekend meal.

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