Introduction
Are you craving a flavorful and aromatic dish for your next meal? Look no further than this simple and mouth-watering Chicken Biryani recipe that will surely impress your taste buds.
Ingredients:
• 2 cups basmati rice
• 1 lb chicken, cut into pieces
• 1 large onion, thinly sliced
• 1/2 cup yogurt
• 2 tablespoons ginger-garlic paste
• 2 tomatoes, chopped
• 1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
• 1/4 cup fresh mint, chopped
• 2 teaspoons biryani masala
• 1 teaspoon turmeric powder
• 1 teaspoon cumin seeds
• 4 cloves
• 2-inch cinnamon stick
• 2 bay leaves
• Salt to taste
• Oil for cooking
Instructions:
• Marinate the Chicken: In a bowl, mix yogurt, ginger-garlic paste, biryani masala, turmeric powder, and salt. Add chicken pieces, coat well, and let it marinate for at least 30 minutes.
• Prepare the Rice: Rinse basmati rice until the water runs clear. Soak the rice in water for 30 minutes. In a large pot, bring water to a boil, add cumin seeds, cloves, cinnamon stick, bay leaves, and salt. Add the soaked rice and cook until it's 70% done. Drain and set aside.
• Cook the Chicken: In a separate pan, heat oil and sauté onions until golden brown. Add tomatoes, cilantro, and mint. Cook until tomatoes are soft. Add the marinated chicken and cook until it's almost done.
• Layering: In a large pot, layer the partially cooked rice over the chicken masala. Sprinkle some biryani masala, cilantro, and mint. Repeat the layers.
• Dum Cooking: Cover the pot with a tight lid and cook on low heat for 15-20 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld together.
• Serve: Gently fluff the rice and chicken layers. Serve hot with raita or your favorite side dish.
Conclusion
Now you have a steaming hot plate of Chicken Biryani ready to be devoured. Enjoy the burst of flavors and spices in every bite of this tantalizing dish that will surely become a favorite in your recipe collection. Give it a try and let your taste buds dance with joy!
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