Instant Pot Biryani Chicken: A Quick, Flavorful Family Favorite
If you’re searching for a delicious, hassle-free meal that pleases the whole family, look no further than Instant Pot Biryani Chicken. This quick and flavorful dish combines tender marinated chicken with fluffy basmati rice, all infused with aromatic spices that create an irresistible fragrance in your kitchen. Perfect for busy weeknights or special gatherings, this recipe allows you to enjoy restaurant-quality biryani right at home in under 40 minutes! With its versatility and ease of preparation, even novice cooks will find joy in creating this culinary delight that everyone will rave about.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 6 servings 1x
- Category: Main
- Method: Pressure Cooking
- Cuisine: Indian
Ingredients
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- 2 teaspoons garam masala
- 1 tablespoon ginger paste
- 1 tablespoon garlic paste
- 1 tablespoon Kashmiri red chili powder
- 2 pounds bone-in skinless chicken (or boneless thighs)
- 3 cups extra-long grain basmati rice
- 4 tablespoons ghee
- 2 large yellow onions
- 3 cups water
- ¾ cup plain yogurt
Instructions
- Marinate the chicken by mixing all marinade ingredients in a bowl. Coat the chicken well and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes.
- Soak the basmati rice in water for about 20 minutes.
- Set your Instant Pot to Sauté mode and melt 2 tablespoons of ghee. Sauté thinly sliced onions until golden brown and set half aside for garnish.
- Add remaining ghee, bay leaves, and half of the marinated chicken to the pot. Deglaze thoroughly and then add the rest of the chicken with marinade.
- Pressure cook bone-in pieces on high for 4 minutes or sauté boneless thighs for 2-3 minutes until slightly browned.
- Layer drained rice over the chicken, add water, sprinkle salt, and pressure cook on high for another 6 minutes before quick releasing.
- Fluff the rice gently and serve garnished with caramelized onions, saffron milk, and fresh cilantro.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 420
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 680mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 22g
- Cholesterol: 80mg