Chicken Biryani with Spiced Tomato-Onion Masala
Chicken Biryani with Spiced Tomato-Onion Masala layers tender chicken and fluffy basmati rice with warm whole spices, tangy yogurt, and a gently spiced tomato-onion base. The chiles, garam masala, and herbs create a balanced heat and aroma, while a hint of color adds a festive touch. Ideal for weekend dinners or celebratory gatherings where fragrance and flavor take center stage.
- Prep15 mins
- Cook55 mins
- Serves12
- DifficultyMedium
- 1
Warm olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Stir in the yogurt and vinegar. Add the onion; cook and stir until it is golden and tender. Add the tomatoes, chile peppers, garlic, and ginger paste. Cook and stir until the tomatoes are tender. Season with garam masala, mint, salt, and pepper. Stir in the cilantro.
- 2
Add the chicken to the tomato-onion mixture in the skillet. Lower the heat to medium-low, cover, and keep cooking, stirring occasionally, until the chicken is no longer pink in the center and the juices run clear, about 45 minutes. An instant-read thermometer inserted into the meat should register at least 165 degrees F (74 degrees C).
- 3
Meanwhile, bring the water and rice to a boil in a large pot. Stir in the cinnamon stick, bay leaf, green cardamom, and black cardamom. Season with salt. Cover, reduce the heat to low, and simmer until the rice is tender and the water is absorbed, about 20 minutes. Discard the cinnamon stick, bay leaf, and cardamom.
- 4
Spread 1/2 of the cooked rice in the bottom of a large serving dish. Spoon the chicken mixture on top. Cover with the remaining cooked rice. Sprinkle with the food coloring; mix to serve.
- Calories 493.84 kcal High
- Protein 37.59 g Good Source
- Carbs 68.74 g Moderate
- Total Fat 6.55 g Moderate
- Saturated Fat 0.44 g Low Source
- Trans Fat 0.0 g Low Source
- Cholesterol 106.22 mg High
- Sodium 452.58 mg Moderate
- Fiber 2.5 g Low Source
- Sugar 9.61 g Moderate
- Added Sugar 6.61 g Moderate
- Calcium 104.16 mg Low Source
- Iron 1.11 mg Low Source
- Potassium 237.42 mg Low Source
- Vitamin A 98.83 mcg_rae Moderate
- Vitamin C 17.27 mg Moderate
- Vitamin D 0.0 mcg Low Source
Values are per serving. Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000-calorie diet.
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About This Recipe
Chicken Biryani with Spiced Tomato Onion Masala is an Indian dinner recipe made with 20 ingredients. It takes about 1 hr 10 mins, serves 12, and is rated medium. Key ingredients include Basmati Rice, Black Cardamom, Cinnamon Sticks, and Diced Tomatoes. Each serving provides about 493.84 kcal, and is a good source of protein.
Recipe Questions
- What is Chicken Biryani with Spiced Tomato-Onion Masala?
- It is an Indian recipe made with 20 ingredients, usually served for dinner or lunch.
- What is Chicken Biryani with Spiced Tomato-Onion Masala made of?
- The main ingredients are Basmati Rice, Black Cardamom, Cinnamon Sticks, Diced Tomatoes, Dried Bay Leaves. The full list of 20 is above.
- What goes well with Chicken Biryani with Spiced Tomato-Onion Masala?
- Explore these Indian side-dish recipes.
- How long does it take to make Chicken Biryani with Spiced Tomato-Onion Masala?
- About 1 hr 10 mins in total: 15 mins to prepare and 55 mins to cook.
- How many calories are in one serving?
- One serving provides about 493.84 kcal. The full nutrition breakdown is above.
- Is Chicken Biryani with Spiced Tomato-Onion Masala easy to make?
- This recipe is rated medium, with 20 ingredients and 4 steps.
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