Description

Gordon Ramsay’s Chicken Biryani Recipe is a fragrant and hearty dish that brings warmth and comfort to your dining table. This layered delicacy features tender chicken marinated in aromatic spices, complemented by fluffy basmati rice. Perfect for gatherings or family dinners, this biryani is not only visually appealing but also delivers an explosion of flavors that will leave your guests impressed. With straightforward instructions, even novice cooks can create this culinary masterpiece, making it an ideal recipe for any occasion.

Ingredients

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3–4 lb bone-in chicken thighs/drumsticks
1 cup chopped cilantro
1 cup chopped mint leaves
3 tbsp garam masala
1 tsp cayenne
¼ tsp turmeric
6 garlic cloves
1 jalapeño, sliced
4-inch ginger, sliced
½ lemon, juiced
2 cups full-fat yogurt
2 cups basmati rice
½ tsp cumin seeds
3 whole cloves
2 cardamom pods
1 cinnamon stick
2 bay leaves
1 cup peanut oil
1 large yellow onion, thinly sliced
½ cup ghee, melted
Pinch of saffron, soaked in 2 tbsp warm milk

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Instructions

Blend marinade ingredients: cilantro, mint, garam masala, cayenne, turmeric, garlic, jalapeño, ginger, lemon juice, and yogurt until smooth. Coat chicken thoroughly; marinate for at least 1 hour.
In a heavy-bottomed pot over medium heat, fry thinly sliced onions in peanut oil until deep golden brown. Reserve oil.
Rinse basmati rice until water runs clear; soak for 30 minutes.
Boil water in a pot; add drained rice with cumin seeds, cloves, cardamom pods, cinnamon stick, and bay leaves. Boil for 2–4 minutes until partially cooked; drain.
Layer half of the rice in the pot used for onions; place marinated chicken on top followed by fried onions and remaining rice.
Drizzle melted ghee and saffron milk over the top layer; cover tightly with a lid or foil.
Cook on low heat for 35–40 minutes without lifting the lid; let rest for 10 minutes before serving.
Fluff biryani gently before serving hot.

Prep Time: 30 minutes
Cook Time: 40 minutes
Category: Dinner
Method: Frying
Cuisine: Indian

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 cup (200g)
Calories: 530
Sugar: 5g
Sodium: 620mg
Fat: 30g
Saturated Fat: 8g
Unsaturated Fat: 20g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 45g
Fiber: 3g
Protein: 25g
Cholesterol: 120mg