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Oven-Baked Chicken Biryani

Oven-Baked Chicken Biryani

Discover the secrets to making delicious Oven-Baked Chicken Biryani with aromatic spices and juicy chicken. Perfect for any occasion!
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 40 minutes
Marinating Time 1 hour
Total Time 2 hours
Servings: 4 people
Calories: 450
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 500 g chicken pieces (thighs or breasts)
  • 120 g plain yogurt
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 tbsp grated ginger
  • 1 tsp turmeric powder
  • 1 tbsp chili powder or paprika
  • 1 tsp garam masala
  • q.s. Salt to taste
  • 300 g basmati rice
  • 1 stick cinnamon
  • 3 cloves
  • 3 green cardamom pods
  • 1 bay leaf
  • 2 medium onions thinly sliced
  • 3 tbsp oil or ghee
  • 1 tbsp saffron infused in 3 tbsp warm milk
  • q.s. fresh cilantro a handful, chopped
  • q.s. fresh mint a handful, chopped

Equipment

  • Oven-safe baking dish
  • Pot for boiling rice
  • Pan for frying onions
  • Mixing bowls
  • Measuring spoons and cups

Method
 

  1. Mix yogurt, garlic, ginger, turmeric, chili powder, garam masala, and salt in a bowl; add chicken pieces and coat fully.
  2. Cover and let marinate in the fridge for at least one hour or overnight.
  3. Rinse basmati rice under cold water until clear.
  4. Boil water in a large pot; add cinnamon stick, cloves, cardamom pods, bay leaf, and salt, then add rice and cook until about 70% done.
  5. Drain the rice and set aside.
  6. Heat oil or ghee in a pan; fry the sliced onions until golden brown and crispy, then drain on paper towels.
  7. In an oven-safe dish, layer marinated chicken, partially cooked rice, fried onions, cilantro, and mint; repeat layers and drizzle with saffron-infused milk.
  8. Cover the dish tightly with aluminum foil and bake in a preheated oven at 350°F for 30–40 minutes.
  9. Fluff the biryani gently before serving.
  10. Adjust spice levels according to your preference; let biryani rest for 10 minutes after baking for the best flavor.
  11. Pair with raita or fresh salads for a complete meal presentation.

Nutrition

Calories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 55gProtein: 30gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 500mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 3gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 5IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 8mgIron: 15mg

Notes

This biryani is perfect for gatherings and is sure to impress your guests with its rich flavors and aroma.
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