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Chicken Tikka Biryani

Chicken Tikka Biryani

Discover the secrets to making delicious Chicken Tikka Biryani that will impress your family and friends with its rich flavors and aromatic spices.
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Prep Time 40 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour
Resting Time 10 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 50 minutes
Servings: 6 people
Calories: 450
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 500 g boneless chicken breast cut into bite-sized pieces
  • 1 tsp garlic paste
  • 1 tsp ginger paste
  • 1 tsp salt
  • 1 tsp ground cumin
  • ½ tsp turmeric powder
  • 2 tsp paprika
  • 1 tsp red chili powder
  • 1 tsp ground coriander
  • 1 tbsp tandoori masala or butter chicken masala
  • ½ unit lemon juice juice of half a lemon
  • 3 tbsp plain yogurt
  • 1 tsp Kashmiri chili powder optional, for color
  • red food coloring optional

Equipment

  • Large heavy-bottomed pot or Dutch oven
  • Colander for rinsing rice
  • Sharp knife and cutting board
  • Measuring spoons and cups
  • Colander for rinsing rice

Method
 

  1. In a large bowl, mix all the marinade ingredients until smooth and coat the chicken pieces evenly. Cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes.
  2. Heat oil and ghee in a heavy-bottomed pot over medium heat, add cloves, cardamom, and bay leaf.
  3. Sauté chopped onions until golden brown, then stir in the tomato puree and cook until oil separates.
  4. Add the marinated chicken to the pot and simmer on low heat for 15-20 minutes, then increase heat to reduce excess moisture.
  5. Boil water in another pot, add soaked rice, cardamom, cinnamon, bay leaf, dried mint, and salt. Cook rice until halfway done, about 5 minutes, and then drain.
  6. In a clean pot, layer half the rice, followed by chicken, potatoes, and fried onions. Repeat layers, finishing with a final layer of rice.
  7. Cover the pot tightly and cook on medium heat for 5 minutes, then lower heat and steam for 20 minutes. Let it rest for 10 minutes before serving.

Nutrition

Calories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 60gProtein: 25gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 800mgFiber: 4gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 250IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 80mgIron: 2mg

Notes

For a rich flavor, marinate chicken overnight. Serve with cooling raita or cucumber salad to balance spice levels. Leftover biryani can be stored in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days. Reheat gently with a splash of water to avoid drying out.
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