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Spicy Chicken Biryani

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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 45 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 15 minutes
Course Dinner
Cuisine Indian
Servings 4
Calories 500 kcal

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken Marinade:

  • 500g boneless chicken thighs or breast
  • ½ cup plain yogurt
  • 1 tbsp ginger-garlic paste
  • 1½ tsp red chili powder (Adjust to taste)
  • ½ tsp turmeric powder
  • 1 tsp garam masala
  • 1 tsp salt
  • ½ tsp black cumin seeds
  • 1 tbsp lemon juice
  • 2 tbsp chopped fresh coriander
  • 2 tbsp chopped fresh mint

For the Rice:

  • 2 cups Basmati rice, washed and soaked for 30 minutes
  • 4 green cardamoms
  • 3 cloves
  • 1 An inch cinnamon stick
  • 1 bay leaf
  • 1 tsp salt

For Layering & Garnish:

  • 1 large onion, thinly sliced and deep-fried until crispy
  • 2 tbsp ghee or oil
  • 3 green chilies, slit
  • Chopped fresh coriander and mint for garnish
Keyword Spicy Chicken Biryani