One-hour Chicken Biryani (oven Method)
  1. Rinse rice well, then soak in cold water for minimum 20 minutes. Preheat oven to 320°F (160°C).

  2. Heat 1 tsp oil and fry bay leaves, cinnamon, cardamom, and cloves for 5 seconds; set aside.

  3. Heat 2 Tbsp oil and fry onions for 3 minutes.

  4. Add ginger and garlic paste and cook for 1 minute.

  5. Add tomatoes and cook for 5 minutes.

  6. Mix spices with 1-2 Tbsp water and toss with chicken for 1-2 minutes without cooking through.

  7. Add drained rice to the pan. Pour coconut milk and broth over rice and stir. Tuck in whole spices

  8. Cover and bake at 320°F (160°C) for 35-45 minutes.

  9. Check at 35 minutes; if rice isn't cooked, add 2-4 Tbsp water or broth, cover and cook another 5-10 minutes.

  10. Let rest for 10 minutes, then fluff with fork.

  11. Garnish with cilantro, mint, and lime; serve with Greek yogurt.

Course🍽️Main Course

Diets🥩Carnivore...

Category🍚Biryani

Cuisine🇮🇳Indian

Occasions📆Everyday👨‍👩‍👧‍👦Family Meal

Season🔁Year-round

DifficultyMedium ⏰ 1h

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