SIMPLE CHICKEN BIRYANI FOR BEGINNERS | CHICKEN BIRYANI RECIPE FOR BACHELORS

Introduction

This tutorial provides a simple and straightforward guide to making Chicken Biryani, perfect for beginners and those new to cooking. This flavorful dish combines tender chicken with aromatic basmati rice, making it a favorite for many. Follow these steps to create a delicious Chicken Biryani easily.

Step 1: Gather Ingredients

Before you start cooking, ensure you have all the necessary ingredients ready:

• For Chicken:

  • 1 kg large pieces of chicken with bones
  • 400 g sliced onions (about 5 medium onions)
  • 2 tbsp ginger garlic paste
  • 4 sliced tomatoes
  • 6 slit green chillies
  • 1 cup chopped coriander leaves
  • 1 cup chopped mint leaves
  • 1 cup whisked curd/plain yogurt
  • 5 tbsp ready-made Biryani Masala

• For Rice:

  • 700 g basmati rice (4 US cups)
  • 1/2 tsp Shahjeera (caraway seeds)
  • 4 green cardamoms
  • 4 cloves
  • 2 pieces of cinnamon
  • 2 1/2 tbsp salt
  • About 2.5 litres of water
  • 10-15 mint leaves

Step 2: Prepare the Ingredients

Follow these preparation steps:

1. Clean and wash the chicken pieces. Pat dry or drain excess water.
2. Slice the onions and tomatoes, and slit the green chillies.
3. Chop the coriander and mint leaves.
4. Whisk the yogurt and set aside.
5. Wash and soak the basmati rice for 30 minutes.

Step 3: Cook the Chicken

Begin cooking the chicken by following these steps:

1. Heat 6 tbsp of oil in a heavy-bottom pan.
2. Add the sliced onions and fry on high heat for about 12 minutes until they turn light brown.
3. Add the ginger garlic paste and fry on low heat for 2 minutes.
4. Mix in the chicken pieces and fry on high heat for 2-3 minutes.
5. Add the ready-made Biryani Masala and mix well. Fry on medium heat for 3 minutes, adding a splash of water if necessary.
6. Incorporate the sliced tomatoes and cook on medium to low heat for 4-5 minutes until soft.
7. Lower the heat and add the whisked yogurt. Stir in the chopped coriander and mint leaves.
8. Cook on low heat for 2 minutes until oil separates, then cover and cook for 20-25 minutes. Stir after 10 minutes to ensure even cooking.
9. If there’s excess water, dry it up for a thicker gravy.

Step 4: Cook the Rice

While the chicken is cooking, prepare the rice:

1. In another heavy-bottom pan, add about 2.5 litres of water and place it on high heat. You can include the soaking water for added flavor.
2. Once boiling, add Shahjeera, green cardamom, cloves, cinnamon, and salt. Stir well to dissolve the salt completely; the water should be very salty.
3. Add the soaked and strained basmati rice to the boiling water, stirring gently.
4. Boil for 8-9 minutes until the rice is about 90% cooked, then strain and set aside.

Step 5: Layer the Biryani

To assemble your Chicken Biryani:

1. Take a heavy-bottom pan and lay half of the cooked rice as the first layer.
2. Spread the cooked chicken with gravy evenly over the rice.
3. Add the remaining rice as the top layer.
4. Sprinkle some mint leaves on top.
5. Close the lid and cook on low heat for 7-8 minutes.
6. Allow the Biryani to rest for about 20 minutes before serving.
7. Once ready, gently mix the chicken and rice together.

Conclusion

You have now made a delicious Chicken Biryani! This recipe is great for beginners and can be easily scaled for larger gatherings. Feel free to experiment with the spices and ingredients to suit your taste. Enjoy your homemade Chicken Biryani with friends or family!