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
easyChef Pro health score
Calculated from USDA-referenced nutrient data for the ingredients in Chicken Biryani with Spiced Tomato-Onion Masala, not estimated by an AI model. The same recipe returns the same score every time.
- Glycemic ImpactFair
- 51 / 100
- Carb quality, not quantity. Higher is better.
- Nutritional DensityPoor
- 32 / 100
- Nutrients per calorie. Higher is better.
- Energy DensityGood
- 92 / 100
- Calories by weight. Higher means more food for fewer calories.
- NOVA Processed Culinary Ingredients
- 2 / 4
- Processing level, 1 (whole) to 4 (ultra-processed). Lower is better.
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- 57
- Heart Health
- 33
- Metabolic
- 47
- Digestive
- 44
- Inflammatory
- 63
- Performance
- 56
- General Wellness
- 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 502.28 kcal High 25%
- Protein 37.7 g Good Source 75%
- Carbohydrate 70.29 g 26%
- Total Fat 6.72 g Moderate 9%
- Saturated Fat 0.44 g Low Source 2%
- Trans Fat 0.0 g Low Source 0%
- Cholesterol 106.22 mg High 35%
- Sodium 452.81 mg Moderate 20%
- Dietary Fiber 6.16 g Good Source 22%
- Total Sugars 9.61 g --
- Added Sugars 6.61 g Moderate 13%
- Calcium 62.69 mg Low Source 5%
- Iron 1.39 mg Low Source 8%
- Potassium 307.89 mg Low Source 7%
- Vitamin A 145.03 mcg Moderate 16%
- Vitamin C 16.71 mg Moderate 19%
- Vitamin D 0.0 mcg Low Source 0%
Values are per serving. Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000-calorie diet.
- Milk 🥛
- Tomatoes 🍅
- Garlic 🧄
- Onions 🧅
- Food Dyes 🎨
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 502.28 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 502.28 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.
- Is Chicken Biryani with Spiced Tomato-Onion Masala healthy?
- Chicken Biryani with Spiced Tomato-Onion Masala has an easyChef Pro health score of 57/100. Per serving, it provides 502.28 calories and 37.7 g of protein, or 75% of the Daily Value. It is a good source of dietary fiber. Worth noting per serving: sodium at 452.81 mg (20% of the Daily Value) and added sugars at 6.61 g (13% of the Daily Value). It contains Milk, Tomatoes, Garlic, Onions and Food Dyes, so it may not be suitable for people with those allergies or dietary restrictions. Whether it fits your goals depends on your complete meal plan and nutritional needs. Remix it in easyChef Pro to adjust the ingredients and generate fresh nutrition and scores.
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