Simple Chicken Biryani Recipe

Name: Simple Chicken Biryani
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 750 g chicken breasts or 750 g chicken thighs, diced; 1 tablespoon garam masala; 2 teaspoons ground cumin; 1/2 teaspoon ground turmeric; 2 tablespoons olive oil; 1 onion, sliced thinly; 2 garlic cloves, crushed; 2 teaspoons fresh ginger, grated finely; 750 ml chicken stock; 300 g basmati rice; fresh coriander

Servings: persons

1
Preheat oven too 200u00b0C.
2
Place chicken in bowl with, cumin, garam masala & tumeric and toss to coat.
3
Heat 1 tbsp olive oil in dutch oven (or casserole) add the chicken in batches and cook 3-4 minutes or until browned all over, adding a little more oil if necessary.
4
Remove and set aside.
5
Add the remaining oil, onion, ginger and garlic to the casserole and cook over medium heat until the onions are soft and golden.
6
Add the rice and cook for 2 minutes.
7
Return the chicken in a single layer and pour over the stock.
8
Put the lid on and place in oven.
9
Cook for 30-40 minutes, or until the rice is tender and has absorbed all the stock.
10
Top with coriander before serving. I like to serve mine with cumin and mint yogurt.

1053

kcal

Calories

Fat

Carbs

125

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* 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 11 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 750 g chicken breasts or 750 g chicken thighs, diced, 1 tablespoon garam masala, 2 teaspoons ground cumin, 1/2 teaspoon ground turmeric, and more.

Yes, Simple Chicken 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.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Simple Chicken Biryani

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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