Pressure Cooker Chicken Biryani
Pressure Cooker Chicken Biryani brings fluffy basmati rice together with tender, marinated chicken and warming whole spices like cardamom, cloves, and cinnamon for a richly aromatic bite in every forkful. The gentle heat of chile powder and garam masala balances fresh herbs and tangy yogurt, making it special enough for a festive dinner yet cozy for any weeknight. Serve it hot when you want comfort with vibrant, layered flavor.
- Prep30 mins
- Cook35 mins
- Serves4
- DifficultyMedium
easyChef Pro health score
Calculated from USDA-referenced nutrient data for the ingredients in Pressure Cooker Chicken Biryani, not estimated by an AI model. The same recipe returns the same score every time.
- Glycemic ImpactFair
- 56 / 100
- Carb quality, not quantity. Higher is better.
- Nutritional DensityPoor
- 6 / 100
- Nutrients per calorie. Higher is better.
- Energy DensityGood
- 90 / 100
- Calories by weight. Higher means more food for fewer calories.
- NOVA Unprocessed or minimally processed
- 1 / 4
- Processing level, 1 (whole) to 4 (ultra-processed). Lower is better.
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- 32
- Heart Health
- 45
- Metabolic
- 28
- Digestive
- 21
- Inflammatory
- 40
- Performance
- 46
- General Wellness
- 1
Rinse basmati rice in a strainer until the water runs clear. Move the rice to a bowl, cover with fresh water, and let it sit for 30 minutes.
- 2
Put chicken breast and chicken thigh pieces in a large bowl. Add Greek yogurt, lemon juice, ginger, garlic, 1/2 teaspoon garam masala, salt, and pepper. Mix well to coat the chicken. Cover and refrigerate for 30 minutes.
- 3
Drain the rice and take the marinated chicken out of the refrigerator. Turn on a multi-functional pressure cooker (such as Instant Pot), choose the Saute function, and add ghee. When the ghee begins to bubble, add cloves, cardamom pods, bay leaf, cinnamon stick, coriander seed, mustard seed, and cumin seeds, and saute until fragrant, 2 to 3 minutes. Add the sliced onion and cook, stirring often, until tender and fragrant, about 5 minutes.
- 4
Add the chicken and any extra marinade to the cooker. Saute until browned on all sides, about 5 minutes. Turn off the Saute function. Add rice, chicken stock, cilantro, mint, the remaining 1 teaspoon garam masala, turmeric, paprika, and chili powder; stir until evenly combined.
- 5
Close and lock the lid. Select high pressure as directed by the manufacturer; set the timer for 6 minutes. Allow 10 to 15 minutes for pressure to build.
- 6
Release the pressure carefully using the quick-release method per the manufacturer's instructions, about 5 minutes. Unlock and remove the lid. Fluff with a fork and serve right away.
- Calories 558.95 kcal High 28%
- Protein 26.79 g Good Source 54%
- Carbohydrate 66.85 g 24%
- Total Fat 19.2 g High 25%
- Saturated Fat 9.01 g High 45%
- Trans Fat 0.0 g Low Source 0%
- Cholesterol 98.99 mg High 33%
- Sodium 285.73 mg Moderate 12%
- Dietary Fiber 3.29 g Moderate 12%
- Total Sugars 3.13 g --
- Added Sugars 2.48 g Low Source 5%
- Calcium 52.84 mg Low Source 4%
- Iron 2.52 mg Moderate 14%
- Potassium 196.36 mg Low Source 4%
- Vitamin A 134.62 mcg Moderate 15%
- Vitamin C 4.3 mg Low Source 5%
- Vitamin D 0.0 mcg Low Source 0%
Values are per serving. Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000-calorie diet.
- Citrus 🍊
- Milk 🥛
- Wheat 🌾
- Gluten
- Mustard
About This Recipe
Pressure Cooker Chicken Biryani is made with 25 ingredients and serves 4. It takes about 1 hr 5 mins and is rated medium. Key ingredients include Basmati Rice, Brown Mustard Seeds, Chicken Breast, and Chicken Stock. Each serving provides about 558.95 kcal, and is a good source of protein.
Recipe Questions
- What is Pressure Cooker Chicken Biryani made of?
- The main ingredients are Basmati Rice, Brown Mustard Seeds, Chicken Breast, Chicken Stock, Chicken Thigh. The full list of 25 is above.
- How long does it take to make Pressure Cooker Chicken Biryani?
- About 1 hr 5 mins in total: 30 mins to prepare and 35 mins to cook.
- How many calories are in one serving?
- One serving provides about 558.95 kcal. The full nutrition breakdown is above.
- Is Pressure Cooker Chicken Biryani easy to make?
- This recipe is rated medium, with 25 ingredients and 6 steps.
- Is Pressure Cooker Chicken Biryani healthy?
- Pressure Cooker Chicken Biryani has an easyChef Pro health score of 48/100. Per serving, it provides 558.95 calories and 26.79 g of protein, or 54% of the Daily Value. Worth noting per serving: sodium at 285.73 mg (12% of the Daily Value) and saturated fat at 9.01 g (45% of the Daily Value). It contains Citrus, Milk, Wheat, Gluten and Mustard, 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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