Spicy Chicken Biryani Recipe 😍

yogurt

🥗Healthier: Greek yogurt

💰Cheaper: sour cream

Greek yogurt adds creaminess with fewer calories.

ghee

🥗Healthier: olive oil

💰Cheaper: butter

Olive oil is a healthier fat alternative.

saffron

💰Cheaper: turmeric

Turmeric provides color but has a different flavor.

biryani masala

💰Cheaper: curry powder

Curry powder can mimic the flavors of biryani masala.

Marinate chicken with yogurt, ginger garlic, red chili powder, turmeric, coriander powder, chili flakes, green chilies, and homemade Bombay biryani masala for at least 1 hour.

Heat oil in a large pot over medium heat until hot.

Add sliced onions and sauté until golden brown, about 8-10 minutes.

Stir in chopped tomatoes and cook until soft, about 5 minutes.

Add marinated chicken and cook until no longer pink, about 10 minutes.

Add boiled basmati rice and layer it over the chicken mixture in the pot.

Sprinkle chopped coriander leaves, mint leaves, and dark orange food color over the rice.

Drizzle lemon juice and season with salt to taste.

Cover the pot tightly and cook on low heat for 25-30 minutes to allow flavors to meld.

Remove from heat and let it rest for 10 minutes before serving.

Gently fluff the biryani with a fork before serving.

Cooking Techniques

Equipment Needed

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Allergens