“Craving biryani but short on time? This Quick & Easy Chicken Biryani recipe is here to save your day! With simple ingredients and bold flavors, you can whip up this classic dish in under 40 minutes. Perfect for family dinners or a quick weekday treat!”
Quick & Easy Chicken Biryani Recipe for Busy Days
A flavorful, aromatic chicken biryani made in under 40 minutes! This quick recipe combines tender chicken, basmati rice, and spices for a delicious meal that’s perfect for busy days.
Equipment
- Equipment Needed:
- Large pot or deep pan (for cooking rice and biryani)
- Large skillet or frying pan (for cooking chicken)
- Wooden spoon or spatula
- Strainer (for draining rice)
- Knife and chopping board
Ingredients
For the Chicken:
- 500 g chicken cut into pieces
- 2 tbsp cooking oil
- 1 large onion thinly sliced
- 2 tomatoes chopped
- 1/2 cup yogurt
- 2 tbsp biryani masala store-bought or homemade
- 1 tsp turmeric powder
- 1 tsp red chili powder optional
- Salt to taste
- For the Rice:
- 2 cups basmati rice washed and soaked for 15-20 minutes
- 3 cups water
- 1 tbsp cooking oil
- 1 tsp salt
For Garnishing:
- Fresh cilantro chopped
- Fresh mint leaves chopped
- Fried onions optional
Instructions
- Prepare the Rice
- In a large pot, bring 3 cups of water to a boil with 1 tbsp of oil and a pinch of salt.
- Add the soaked basmati rice and cook until it’s 80% done (about 8 minutes). The rice should still be firm.
- Drain the rice and set it aside.
- Cook the Chicken
- Heat 2 tbsp of oil in a large skillet or frying pan over medium heat.
- Add the sliced onion and sauté until golden brown (about 4-5 minutes).
- Add the chicken pieces and cook for 5-7 minutes until they are browned.
- Stir in the chopped tomatoes, yogurt, biryani masala, turmeric, red chili powder, and salt. Cook for another 5-7 minutes until the chicken is fully cooked and the oil separates from the mixture.
- Layer the Biryani
- In the same pan or a large pot, layer the cooked chicken mixture evenly at the bottom.
- Gently layer the drained rice over the chicken.
- Sprinkle fresh cilantro and mint leaves over the rice. You can also add fried onions for extra flavor.
- Cover the pan with a tight-fitting lid and cook on low heat for 10 minutes, allowing the flavors to blend and the rice to finish cooking.
- Serve
- Once done, fluff the biryani gently to mix the layers of rice and chicken.
- Serve hot with a side of raita (yogurt sauce) or a simple salad.
Notes
Rice: Be sure not to overcook the rice; it should remain firm.
Spices: Adjust the spices to suit your taste, especially the chili powder for mild or bold flavors.
Optional Add-ins: You can add fried cashews or raisins for a richer, slightly sweet flavor.
Enjoy your delicious and easy chicken biryani! 🍛
Spices: Adjust the spices to suit your taste, especially the chili powder for mild or bold flavors.
Optional Add-ins: You can add fried cashews or raisins for a richer, slightly sweet flavor.
Enjoy your delicious and easy chicken biryani! 🍛
