Chicken Biryani

Ingredients:

For Marinating the Chicken:
500g chicken, cut into pieces
1 cup yogurt
1 tablespoon ginger-garlic paste
1 teaspoon red chili powder
1/2 teaspoon turmeric powder
1 teaspoon garam masala
Salt to taste
For the Rice:
2 cups Amara Basmati Rice, soaked for 30 minutes and drained
Water for cooking rice
2-3 green cardamom pods
2-3 cloves
1 bay leaf
Salt to taste
For the Biryani:
3 tablespoons ghee or vegetable oil
2 large onions, thinly sliced
2-3 green chilies, slit (adjust to taste)
1 tablespoon ginger-garlic paste
1 teaspoon cumin seeds
1 cinnamon stick
2-3 green cardamom pods
2-3 cloves
1 bay leaf
1/2 cup chopped tomatoes
1/2 cup chopped coriander leaves
1/2 cup chopped mint leaves
A pinch of saffron strands soaked in 2 tablespoons warm milk
1/4 cup fried onions (for garnish, optional)
Salt to taste

Certainly! Here’s a delicious Chicken Biryani recipe made with Amara Basmati Rice. This aromatic and flavorful dish is a perfect combination of tender chicken and fragrant rice, sure to satisfy your taste buds.

Instructions:

  1. Marinate the Chicken:
    • In a bowl, combine the chicken pieces with yogurt, ginger-garlic paste, red chili powder, turmeric powder, garam masala, and salt.
    • Mix well, cover, and let it marinate for at least 30 minutes, preferably longer in the refrigerator.
  2. Prepare the Rice:
    • In a large pot, bring water to a boil.
    • Add the soaked and drained Amara Basmati Rice.
    • Add green cardamom pods, cloves, bay leaf, and salt.
    • Cook the rice until it’s about 70-80% cooked (it should still have a slight bite to it). Drain and set aside.
  3. Cook the Chicken:
    • In a heavy-bottomed pan, heat ghee or oil.
    • Add the sliced onions and sauté until they turn golden brown.
    • Add green chilies, ginger-garlic paste, and sauté for a few minutes.
    • Add the marinated chicken and cook until it turns white and starts to brown.
  4. Layering the Biryani:
    • In a large, heavy-bottomed pot or biryani pot, spread a layer of partially cooked rice.
    • Top it with a layer of the cooked chicken mixture.
    • Sprinkle chopped mint and coriander leaves.
    • Add another layer of rice and repeat the process.
    • Drizzle the saffron milk on the top layer.
  5. Dum Cooking (Slow Cooking):
    • Seal the pot with a tight-fitting lid or aluminum foil.
    • Place it on a very low flame or on a tava (griddle) over low heat.
    • Cook for about 20-25 minutes. This slow cooking process allows the flavors to meld.
  6. Serve:
    • Gently fluff the biryani with a fork.
    • Garnish with fried onions (if using) and more fresh mint and coriander leaves.
    • Serve hot with raita or a side salad.

This Amara Basmati Rice Chicken Biryani is a delightful and aromatic dish that will impress your family and guests with its rich flavors and fragrant aroma. Enjoy!

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