To make easy chicken biryani in 20 minutes, you will need the following ingredients:
- 1 cup basmati rice, rinsed and drained
- 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
- 1 onion, chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon ginger, minced
- 1 teaspoon turmeric powder
- 1 teaspoon coriander powder
- 1 teaspoon cumin powder
- 1/2 teaspoon garam masala
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breasts or thighs, cut into bite-sized pieces
- 1/2 cup water
- 1/4 cup chopped cilantro
Here are the steps on how to make it:
- Heat the oil in a large pot or Dutch oven over medium heat. Add the onion and cook until softened, about 5 minutes. Add the garlic and ginger and cook for 1 minute more.
- Add the turmeric powder, coriander powder, cumin powder, garam masala, salt, and pepper and cook for 1 minute, stirring constantly.
- Add the chicken and cook until browned on all sides.
- Add the water and bring to a boil. Reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 10 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through.
- Add the rice and cilantro and stir to combine.
- Cover and cook for 5 minutes, or until the rice is cooked through.
- Fluff with a fork and serve immediately.
Here are some tips for making this recipe:
- To make this recipe vegetarian, simply omit the chicken and add 1 cup of cooked lentils or vegetables.
- For a more flavorful biryani, you can marinate the chicken in the spices for at least 30 minutes before cooking.
- If you don't have a pressure cooker, you can cook the biryani in a regular pot. Just add an additional 10-15 minutes of cooking time.
- To make the biryani ahead of time, cook it according to the recipe and then let it cool completely. Store it in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. When you're ready to eat, reheat it in a pot over medium heat until warmed through.
I hope you enjoy this recipe!