Chicken Biryani

A fragrant, layered rice dish with tender chicken and aromatic spices.

Chicken Biryani

Cooking inspirationThis is a guide rather than a measured recipe — quantities, timings and servings are left to your kitchen and taste.

Biryani is cooked slowly and in layers so the rice takes on the aroma of the masala without losing its shape.

What you'll need

  • Bone-in chicken
  • Basmati rice, soaked
  • Grandma's Signature Biryani Masala
  • Yogurt, fried onions, mint and coriander
  • Ghee and saffron milk

Cooking instructions

  1. 1

    Marinate the chicken with yogurt, Grandma's Signature Biryani Masala, fried onions and herbs.

  2. 2

    Parboil the soaked basmati rice with salt until part-cooked, then drain.

  3. 3

    Layer the rice over the marinated chicken and finish with saffron milk, ghee and herbs.

  4. 4

    Seal the pot and cook on the lowest heat, then rest before opening.

Helpful tips

Rest the sealed pot off the heat before serving so the steam settles.

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Grandma's Signature Biryani Masala

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