Chicken White Biryani

Chicken White Biryani is a flavorful and creamy South Asian dish made with tender chicken and fragrant basmati rice. The dish is characterized by its rich and creamy white sauce, which is made with a combination of milk, yogurt, and cream. The chicken is first marinated with spices and then cooked in the creamy white sauce until it becomes tender and flavorful. The rice is cooked separately with aromatic spices like saffron, which gives it a beautiful golden color and an exotic fragrance. The cooked chicken and rice are then layered together in a pot and cooked on low heat until the flavors meld together. The dish is typically garnished with fried cashew nuts and raisins, which add a sweet and crunchy texture to the biryani. Chicken White Biryani is a delicious and comforting dish that is perfect for special occasions, gatherings, or just a cozy night in with family and friends.

Ingredients

1 kg chicken, cut into pieces
3 cups basmati rice
2 cups water
2 cups milk
1 cup yogurt
1 cup cream
1/2 cup ghee
1 onion, thinly sliced
3-4 green chilies, chopped
1 tbsp ginger-garlic paste
1 tsp cumin seeds
1 tsp coriander powder
1 tsp garam masala powder
Salt to taste
A few saffron strands (optional)
Cashew nuts and raisins, for garnishing

Instructions

Wash and soak the basmati rice for 30 minutes. Drain the water and keep the rice aside.Heat ghee in a large pot or a deep pan. Add cumin seeds and let them splutter.
Add thinly sliced onions and chopped green chilies. Fry till the onions turn golden brown.
Add ginger-garlic paste and saute till the raw smell disappears.
Add chicken pieces and fry for 5-7 minutes until the chicken changes color.
Add coriander powder, garam masala powder, and salt. Mix well and cook for a few more minutes.
Add milk, yogurt, and cream. Mix well and cook for 5-7 minutes till the chicken is cooked through.
In a separate pot, bring 2 cups of water to a boil. Add soaked rice, salt, and saffron strands. Cook till the rice is 90% done.
Layer the cooked rice on top of the chicken mixture. Cover the pot and cook on low heat for 10-15 minutes till the rice is fully cooked.

Garnish with fried cashew nuts and raisins.

Serve the Chicken White Biryani hot and enjoy the delicious flavors of the creamy white sauce and aromatic spices!