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Chicken Tikka Biryani

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A delightful dish combining marinated chicken with fragrant basmati rice, enriched with aromatic spices.

Ingredients

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  • 500g chicken, cut into pieces
  • 1 cup plain yogurt
  • 2 tablespoons ginger-garlic paste
  • 2 teaspoons red chili powder
  • 1 teaspoon turmeric powder
  • 1 teaspoon garam masala
  • 2 onions, sliced
  • 2 cups basmati rice
  • 4 cups water
  • 2 tablespoons ghee or cooking oil
  • Salt to taste
  • Fresh cilantro and mint leaves for garnish

Instructions

  1. Marinate the chicken: In a bowl, combine the chicken pieces with yogurt, ginger-garlic paste, red chili powder, turmeric powder, garam masala, and salt. Ensure that all the chicken pieces are well coated with the marinade. Cover the bowl and let it sit for at least 30 minutes.
  2. Cook the onions: Heat ghee or oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add the sliced onions and sauté until golden brown, about 10-15 minutes.
  3. Cook the chicken: Once the onions are golden, add the marinated chicken to the pot. Stir well and cook until the chicken is no longer pink, about 7-10 minutes.
  4. Prepare the rice: In another pot, bring 4 cups of water to a boil. Add the basmati rice and cook until about 70% done, around 5-7 minutes. Drain and set aside.
  5. Layer the biryani: In the same pot with the chicken, start layering the cooked chicken with the partially cooked rice. Spread the rice evenly and cover tightly with a lid. Cook on low heat for 20-25 minutes.
  6. Fluff and serve: After 20-25 minutes, remove from heat. Gently fluff the biryani with a fork and garnish with cilantro and mint leaves.

Notes

For extra flavor, serve with raita, salad, or pickles.

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Keywords: Chicken Tikka, Biryani, Indian cuisine, Chicken recipes, Rice dish

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