Chicken Tikka Biryani Recipe – A Flavorful Twist to Classic Biryani!
Indian food enthusiasts who have tried chicken biryani before will adore the experience of Chicken Tikka Biryani. Have you ever had the experience of tasting Chicken Tikka Biryani? The dish surpasses traditional biryani because it delivers smoke-infused spiciness combined with the distinctive flavor of tikka.
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| Chicken Tikka Biryani |
Readers can find an accessible chicken tikka biryani recipe for beginners who prefer using boneless chicken in their meals. This recipe understands its purpose: to satisfy your bold flavor cravings regardless of whether you need it for a family dinner, a special occasion, or just because you want something yummy for today.
What is Chicken Tikka Biryani?
Chicken Tikka Biryani combines the classic Indian dishes chicken tikka with biryani into one flavorful meal. Traditional biryani requires the cooking of raw marinated chicken with rice. Still, Chicken Tikka Biryani replaces this method by layering grilled or pan-seared chicken tikka between fragrant basmati rice before the final cooking.
The cooking method produces both smoky and juicy chicken flavors, which results in an authentic chicken tikka biryani experience.
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| Smoky and Juicy Chicken Tikka Biryani |
Ingredients You’ll Need
For Chicken Tikka Marinade:
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500g boneless chicken (thigh or breast pieces)
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1/2 cup thick yogurt (hung curd preferred)
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1 tbsp ginger garlic paste
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1 tbsp lemon juice
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1 tsp red chili powder
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1/2 tsp turmeric
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1 tsp garam masala
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Salt to taste
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1 tbsp oil or melted butter
For the Biryani Rice:
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2 cups basmati rice (soaked for 30 mins)
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Whole spices: 2 bay leaves, 4 cloves, 4 green cardamoms, 1 black cardamom, 1-inch cinnamon stick
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Salt to taste
For the Biryani Layers:
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1 large onion (thinly sliced & fried until golden)
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A few saffron strands soaked in 2 tbsp warm milk (optional)
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Fresh coriander & mint leaves – chopped
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2 tbsp ghee or butter
How to Make Chicken Tikka Biryani – Step-by-Step
Step 1: Marinate the Chicken
Step 2: Cook the Chicken Tikka
Set a grill pan or regular pan on heat. Cook the chicken slices in medium heat with oil until they become golden brown and reach proper doneness. Set aside.
The chicken can be baked or air-fried as a healthier preparation method.
Step 3: Cook the Rice
Boil water in a large pot. Add salt and whole spices. After the water boils you should add the soaked rice to cook until it reaches the 90% stage. Drain and keep aside.
Step 4: Layer the Biryani
In a heavy-bottom pot or handi:
Add the first layer of cooked rice.
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Add chicken tikka pieces.
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Add fried onions, mint, coriander, saffron milk on top of the layer and then add some ghee.
Continue the layering process to finish all the ingredients.
Recipe Notes & Tips
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By using boneless chicken thighs, you will get more moisture in your dish.
Marinating the chicken for a longer period, like overnight, will give a stronger flavour.
he rice should neither be undercooked nor overcooked as it should feel hard to touch.
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Hot coals kept in a small bowl of ghee in the biryani vessel need to be put on fire with the lid closed for 5 minutes for the smoky flavour.
Serve with Chicken Tikka Biryani?
This biryani goes well with:
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Cucumber Raita or Mint Yogurt
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Onion Salad with lemon
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Boiled eggs to top (optional but delicious!)
Final Thoughts
This easy Chicken Tikka Biryani recipe is proof that you don’t need a restaurant to enjoy authentic Indian flavors at home. With juicy, spicy boneless chicken tikka and aromatic rice, this is a meal you will want to make again and again.
If you try this recipe, let me know in the comments below. I would love to know how it turned out for you!
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