Tandoori Chicken Biryani Recipe

About this recipe

A fragrant, spiced biryani layered with smoky tandoori chicken and aromatic basmati rice, perfect for a hearty dinner.

Ingredients

• 1 Kg Fresh Onion Pack. 1kg - Ofoodi African Store
• - Schwartz Coriander Leaf Jar
• 100 G Jumbo Garlic 100g
• - Biona Organic Whole Cherry Tomatoes
• 1 Kg Shazans Chicken Thighs

Instructions

1. 1. Marinate chicken thighs with yogurt, lemon juice, ginger garlic paste, turmeric, red chili powder, and salt for 20 minutes.
2. 2. Heat oil in a pan, add cumin seeds, cardamom, bay leaves, cloves, and cinnamon, and sauté until aromatic.
3. 3. Add sliced onions and cook until golden brown, then stir in chopped tomatoes and cook until soft.
4. 4. Add marinated chicken and cook on medium heat until it is tender and slightly charred.
5. 5. Wash and soak basmati rice for 20 minutes, then boil it in salted water until 70% cooked.
6. 6. Layer partially cooked rice over the chicken mixture, sprinkle garam masala, coriander, and mint leaves.
7. 7. Cover the pan tightly and cook on low heat for 15 minutes to allow the flavors to meld.
8. 8. Remove from heat and let the biryani rest for 5 minutes before serving hot.