Spicy Chicken Biryani – Desi Royal Treat

🍛 Ingredients:

1 kg chicken (with bones)

2 cups basmati rice (soaked for 30 mins)

1 cup plain yogurt

2 large onions (thinly sliced & fried golden)

2 medium tomatoes (chopped)

1 tbsp ginger garlic paste

1 tsp red chili powder

1 tsp turmeric powder

1 tsp garam masala

Salt to taste

Fresh coriander and mint leaves (chopped)

4 tbsp oil

Yellow food color (optional)

Whole spices (2 bay leaves, 4 cloves, 4 green cardamoms, 1 small cinnamon stick)

🔥 Cooking Steps:

Step 1:

Marinate chicken with yogurt, chili powder, turmeric, salt, ginger garlic paste. Let it rest for 30 mins.

Step 2:

Heat oil in a pot, add whole spices and let them sizzle.

Add onions and fry until golden brown.

Step 3:

Add chopped tomatoes and cook until soft.

Add marinated chicken and cook until oil separates and chicken is tender.

Step 4:

In a separate pot, boil soaked rice in salted water until 80% done. Drain and set aside.

Step 5:

Layer chicken masala at the bottom of a pot, then spread rice on top.

Add coriander, mint, and yellow food color (optional).

Cover tightly and cook on very low flame (dum) for 15–20 minutes.

Step 6:

Gently mix before serving. Serve hot with raita or salad!

💡 Tips:

Use long grain basmati rice for best results.

Let biryani rest (dum) for full flavor.

Serve with mint yogurt raita or chilled salad.

Add fried potatoes for Hyderabadi touch!

🍗 Why This Chicken Biryani Is Special?

This Chicken Biryani is packed with rich, traditional flavors. Every bite bursts with the authentic taste of desi spices. The balance of marinated chicken, aromatic basmati rice, and slow dum cooking makes it a royal treat for any special occasion or family dinner.

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🔥 Tips to Make It Perfect:

Always boil the rice only 80% to prevent overcooking during dum.

Marinate the chicken well for at least 30 minutes for deep flavor.

Use homemade biryani masala for a fresher and more authentic taste.

Seal the pot tightly while steaming (dum) to lock in the aroma and moisture.

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❤ Family Reaction

When I cooked this Biryani at home, my family couldn’t stop praising it. After the very first bite, everyone said, “This tastes even better than restaurant biryani!”

It was so soft, juicy, and flavorful that we ended up going for second and third servings.

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📌 Final Thoughts:

If you're a true biryani lover, this recipe is a must-try. Not only will you fall in love with the taste, but your family will also ask you to make it again and again. It’s a royal, spicy, and satisfying meal that brings everyone to the table with a smile.

🌶 More About the Flavor

The real magic of this biryani lies in its homemade spice mix. From fresh ground garam masala to a touch of mint and coriander, every layer adds depth. The chicken absorbs all the spices during the marination, and the slow cooking process allows all the flavors to come together beautifully. Each spoonful is a celebration of South Asian tradition.

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🍽 Serving Suggestions

This biryani pairs perfectly with a side of raita (yogurt sauce), fresh salad, or even shami kababs. For special events, you can add boiled eggs or fried onions on top for a richer presentation. It’s an ideal dish for Eid, parties, daawats, or even just a weekend treat for your family.

> This dish is more than just food — it’s a feeling. Biryani brings families together. Whether you’re serving guests or making it for yourself, it fills your home with warmth, fragrance, and love. Once you try it, it becomes a regular favorite.