For a richer flavor, marinate the chicken in the yogurt and spices for at least 30 minutes before cooking. Adjust the amount of ground chile pepper to control the spiciness. Ghee can be substituted for vegetable oil for a more authentic flavor. If you don't have fresh mint or cilantro, dried versions can be used, but use sparingly. Serve with raita (yogurt sauce), papadums, and a fresh salad for a complete meal.
Slow-Cooked Chicken Biryani
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PREP TIME20 mins
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COOK TIME2 hrs 10 mins
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TOTAL TIME3 hrs
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SERVING8 People
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VIEWS12
Embark on a culinary journey with this simplified, yet deeply flavorful, Slow-Cooked Chicken Biryani. Inspired by traditional recipes, this version is designed for the modern cook, delivering an aromatic and spicy experience with minimal hands-on time. Perfect with a side of cool yogurt or raita to balance the heat.
Ingridients
Adjust Servings
Nutrition
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Carbohydrate22 g
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Cholesterol73 mg
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Fiber2 g
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Protein30 g
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Saturated Fat2 g
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Sodium1219 mg
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Sugar3 g
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Fat12 g
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Unsaturated Fat0 g
Follow The Directions
01
Step
30 mins
Soak the Rice: Place the rinsed basmati rice in a large bowl, cover with cool water, and let it soak for 30 minutes. Drain well. (30 minutes)
02
Step
10 mins
Bloom the Aromatics: In a large skillet, heat 2 tablespoons of vegetable oil over medium heat. Add cinnamon sticks, cloves, and black cardamom pods; fry until fragrant. Add the sliced onions and cook until lightly browned. Stir in the ginger-garlic paste and cook until fragrant. Stir in mint and cilantro. (10 minutes)
03
Step
35 mins
Sauté the Chicken: Add the chicken to the skillet and season with 1 teaspoon of salt. Cook, stirring occasionally, until the chicken is browned. Stir in the yogurt, green chile peppers, lemon juice, remaining 2 tablespoons of oil, ground chile pepper, and turmeric. Cook until the oil begins to separate from the sauce. (35 minutes)
04
Step
10 mins
Prepare the Rice Water: Meanwhile, bring water to a boil in a large pot. Add 1 tablespoon salt, cumin seeds, green cardamom pods, cloves, and bay leaves; boil for 1 minute. Add the drained rice. Bring the water back to a boil and cook for 2 minutes. Remove from heat and drain, reserving the whole spices in the rice. (10 minutes)
05
Step
1 hrs 30 mins
Combine and Slow Cook: Spoon the chicken mixture into a slow cooker. Top with the partially cooked rice, mixing gently. Cook on High until the rice is tender. (90 minutes)
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Kathleen Crooks
Jun 28, 2025My family loves this. It's become a regular in our meal rotation.
Zoey Borer
Jun 18, 2025Next time I'll try adding a pinch of saffron for extra flavor and color.
Vinnie Jerde
Jun 13, 2025This recipe is a lifesaver! So easy and the flavor is incredible.
Tania Mayert
May 30, 2025I was skeptical about using a slow cooker for biryani, but this turned out amazing!
Tierra Ferry
May 26, 2025The aroma while it's cooking is heavenly!