Description
A delicious and aromatic recipe for Chicken Tikka Biryani, a flavorful Indian rice dish combining marinated chicken with fragrant basmati rice and spices.
Ingredients
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For the Chicken Marinade:
- 2 cups basmati rice
- 1 lb boneless chicken thighs, cut into chunks
- 1 cup plain yogurt
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice
- 2 tablespoons tikka masala paste or seasoning
- 1/2 teaspoon turmeric
- 1 teaspoon garam masala
- 1 teaspoon cumin
- 1/2 teaspoon chili powder
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1-inch piece of ginger, grated
For the Biryani:
- 1 large onion, thinly sliced
- 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
- 1/4 cup chopped cilantro
- 1/4 cup chopped mint
- 2 1/2 cups water or chicken broth
- Salt to taste
- 1/2 teaspoon saffron threads soaked in 2 tablespoons warm milk (optional)
Instructions
- Prepare the Rice: Rinse the basmati rice until water runs clear, then soak for 30 minutes.
- Marinate the Chicken: Combine chicken with yogurt, lemon juice, spices, garlic, and ginger. Marinate for at least 30 minutes.
- Cook the Chicken: Brown marinated chicken in oil, then set aside.
- Prepare the Biryani: Sauté onions, add chicken, rice, herbs, and water. Cook covered until rice is tender.
- Serve: Let rest, then fluff with a fork before serving.
Notes
- Layer fried onions or toasted cashews for added flavor.
- Use bone-in chicken for a traditional twist, adjusting cooking time.
- Prep Time: 40 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Indian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 1/2 cups
- Calories: 550
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 520mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 63g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 32g
- Cholesterol: 105mg
