Fragrant basmati rice layered with tender chicken and slow-cooked spices, a timeless feast of comfort and tradition.
2 cups basmati rice
500g chicken pieces
2 onions, thinly sliced
2 tomatoes, chopped
1 cup yogurt
2 tbsp ginger-garlic paste
Whole spices (cardamom, cinnamon, cloves, bay leaves)
1 tbsp biryani masala
Saffron strands soaked in warm milk
Ghee for layering
Fresh mint and coriander
Fried onions for garnish
Wash and soak basmati rice for 30 minutes
Marinate chicken with yogurt, ginger-garlic paste, and spices
Cook rice until 70% done, drain and set aside
In a heavy-bottomed pan, layer half the rice
Add marinated chicken pieces
Sprinkle fried onions, mint, and coriander
Add remaining rice and saffron milk
Seal with dough and cook on low heat for 45 minutes
Let it rest for 10 minutes before serving
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