Chicken or Lamb Biryani Recipe

Name: Chicken or Lamb Biryani
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 12 lbs lamb or 2 12 lbs chicken; 2 tablespoons garam masala; 1 teaspoon hot chili powder; 5 bay leaves; 12 pint plain yogurt; 1 lemon, juice of; 2 teaspoons garlic powder; 1 teaspoon onion powder; 1 12 lbs rice; 4 teaspoons salt; ½ teaspoon saffron strand; 2 teaspoons milk

Servings: persons

2 12 lbs lamb or 2 12 lbs chicken
2 tablespoons garam masala
1 teaspoon hot chili powder
5 bay leaves
12 pint plain yogurt
1 lemon, juice of
2 teaspoons garlic powder
1 teaspoon onion powder
1 12 lbs rice
4 teaspoons salt
½ teaspoon saffron strand
2 teaspoons milk

1
Wash the rice and then soak for one hour before cooking.
2
Cut meat cut into 1-inch cubes.
3
Place in bowl with spices, yogurt, lemon juice, garlic and salt.
4
Fill large pan 3/4 full with water and bring to a boil.
5
Add rice & remove from heat after six minutes.
6
Drain thoroughly.
7
Mix saffron in hot milk.
8
In a large oven pan, add the meat and yogurt mixture.
9
cover with the rice.
10
Pour in the the saffron milk.
11
Put in the oven for 1 hour or more.
12
After 30 minutes, reduce heat.
13
Stir before serving and sprinkle remaining onions on top.

363

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Feel free to swap in similar ingredients you already have on hand and adjust seasoning to taste.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 12 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 12 lbs lamb or 2 12 lbs chicken, 2 tablespoons garam masala, 1 teaspoon hot chili powder, 5 bay leaves, and more.

Yes, Chicken or Lamb Biryani falls under the Meat & Poultry category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

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Chicken or Lamb Biryani

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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