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Chicken Biryani Delight

Chicken Biryani Delight

Discover the magic of Chicken Biryani Delight, a flavorful dish with aromatic spices and tender chicken. Perfect for any occasion!
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour
Resting Time 10 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 30 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Calories: 540
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 750 g Chicken Thighs with Skin and Bones cut into pieces
  • 2/3 cup Plain Yogurt
  • 1/2 cup Water
  • 2 tbsp Vegetable Oil
  • 6 Garlic Cloves minced
  • 2 tsp Fresh Ginger grated
  • 1/8 tsp Ground Turmeric
  • 1/4 tsp Cinnamon
  • 1/2 tsp Cayenne Pepper
  • 1/2 tsp Ground Cardamom
  • 2 tsp Garam Masala
  • 2 tsp Ground Coriander
  • 1 tbsp Ground Cumin
  • 2 tbsp Sweet Paprika
  • 1 3/4 tsp Salt
  • 2 tbsp Salt for rice
  • 10 Whole Cloves
  • 5 Dried Bay Leaves
  • 1 Star Anise
  • 6 Green Cardamom Pods
  • 2 1/4 cups Basmati Rice
  • 2 medium Onions thinly sliced
  • 1 cup Oil for frying onions
  • 1 tsp Saffron Threads
  • 2 tbsp Warm Water
  • 1 cup Fresh Cilantro chopped
  • 1/4 cup Ghee or Melted Butter
  • q.s. Fresh Cilantro for garnish
  • q.s. Fried Onions for garnish
  • q.s. Plain Yogurt for serving

Equipment

  • Large Pot with a Tight-Fitting Lid
  • Frying Pan for Onions
  • Colander for Draining Rice
  • Measuring Cups and Spoons
  • Wooden Spoon or Spatula

Method
 

  1. Mix all marinade ingredients in a large pot and add chicken pieces, tossing until fully coated. Let marinate for at least 20 minutes.
  2. Boil water in a big pot, add salt and whole spices, then toss in the rice and cook for about 4 minutes. Drain immediately.
  3. Heat oil in a pan and fry the sliced onions until golden brown, then drain on paper towels.
  4. Soak saffron threads in warm water for at least 10 minutes.
  5. Place the pot with marinated chicken on medium heat, cover, and cook for 5 minutes before flipping and cooking for another 5 minutes. Arrange chicken skin-side down.
  6. Layer half the fried onions and cilantro over the chicken, then spread the pre-cooked rice evenly on top. Drizzle saffron mixture and ghee over everything.
  7. Cover the pot and cook on medium heat until steam escapes, then reduce to low heat for 25 minutes. Let it rest for 10 minutes before uncovering.

Nutrition

Calories: 540kcalCarbohydrates: 52gProtein: 35gFat: 22gSaturated Fat: 6gCholesterol: 110mgSodium: 960mgPotassium: 450mgFiber: 2gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 400IUVitamin C: 3mgCalcium: 70mgIron: 3mg

Notes

This Chicken Biryani Delight is perfect for gatherings and celebrations. Serve with yogurt for added richness.
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