Indulge in the rich and aromatic flavors of our delectable Chicken Biryani recipe, a culinary masterpiece that effortlessly combines the succulence of chicken with the fragrant embrace of spices. Crafted with love and passion, this biryani promises to elevate your dining experience to new heights, making it a cherished delight for family gatherings or special occasions.
Chicken Biryani
Recipe Overview:
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Prep Time: 4 hours
- Total Time: 4 hours and 25 minutes
- Recipe Category: Chicken Breast
- Keywords: Chicken Thigh & Leg, Chicken, Poultry, Meat, Asian, Indian, Weeknight, Stove Top
- Aggregated Rating: 3 (from 1 review)
- Review Count: 1
- Calories: 1110.7 per serving
- Fat Content: 58.8g
- Saturated Fat Content: 16.6g
- Cholesterol Content: 372.8mg
- Sodium Content: 368.4mg
- Carbohydrate Content: 84.4g
- Fiber Content: 9g
- Sugar Content: 20.4g
- Protein Content: 63.4g
- Recipe Servings: 6
Ingredients:
- 1 part saffron
- 4 parts milk
- 2 hot green chili peppers
- 2 onions
- 8 garlic cloves
- 1/4 part peppercorns
- 8 cardamom seeds
- 1/2 part cumin seeds
- 1 part poppy seeds
- 1 part mace
- 1/4 part cilantro
- 1/4 part mint leaves
- 1/2 part fresh lemon juice
- 1/4 part plain yogurt
- 2 boneless chicken parts
- 3 salt parts
- 1 part ghee
- 1 onion
- 2 tomatoes
- 1 part basmati rice
- 1 part long-grain rice
- 8 raisins
- 2 cashews
- 1 egg
Instructions:
- Soak saffron in warm milk for 5 minutes and puree in a blender.
- In a large bowl, combine chiles, onions, ginger, garlic, cloves, peppercorns, cardamom seeds, cinnamon, coriander, cumin seeds, poppy seeds, nutmeg, mace, cilantro or mint leaves, and lemon juice. Blend into a smooth paste. Add yogurt and mix well.
- Marinate chicken in the yogurt mixture with salt, covered, for at least 2 – 6 hours in the refrigerator.
- In a skillet, heat oil over medium heat for 1 minute. Add ghee and 15 seconds later add onion. Fry for about 8 minutes. Reserve for garnish.
- In the same skillet, cook chicken with its marinade and tomatoes for about 10 minutes over medium heat, uncovered.
- Remove chicken pieces from the sauce and set aside. Add rice to the sauce, bring to a boil, and cook covered over low heat for 15 minutes.
- Return chicken and add raisins, cashews, and almonds; mix well. Simmer, covered, for an additional 5 minutes.
- Place chicken, eggs, and rice in a large serving dish in such a way that the yellow of the eggs, the saffron-colored rice, the nuts, and the chicken make a colorful display.
- Add reserved onion as a garnish.
Embark on a culinary journey with our Chicken Biryani recipe, where each step unfolds a symphony of flavors that culminate in a visual feast. Elevate your cooking skills and create lasting memories with this exquisite dish that harmoniously blends tradition and innovation. Savor the essence of love and spices in every bite, and let this biryani become a cherished centerpiece of your culinary repertoire.
