Dahi Chicken Biryani
A quick and comforting one-pan chicken biryani with tender drumsticks, fragrant yellow rice, and a creamy yogurt sauce. Ready in about 30 minutes, this everyday dish is perfect for a weeknight dinner.
- Total time
- 30 min
- Servings
- 2
- Calories
- 650
- Protein
- 35g
Ingredients
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Step 1
In a large pot, heat 1 tbsp oil over medium-high. Add 1 sliced onion and cook until golden, about 5 minutes.
Step 2
Add 4 chicken drumsticks and 1 chopped tomato. Cook until chicken is browned on all sides, about 5 minutes.
Step 3
Stir in 1 cup basmati rice, 1 tbsp garam masala, and 2 cups water. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer until rice is tender and liquid is absorbed, about 15 minutes.
Step 4
Remove from heat and let stand, covered, for 5 minutes. Fluff rice with a fork.
Step 5
Serve topped with 0.5 cup yogurt and fresh herbs if desired.
Tools you’ll need
- large pot with lid
- knife
- cutting board
- measuring cups
- measuring spoons
- fork
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