Indian-Style Oven Biryani
A flavorful and aromatic Indian-inspired rice dish cooked in the oven with marinated chicken. Perfect for a weeknight dinner.
Ingredients
- ●1 1/2 pounds Boneless, skinless chicken breastsmarinated in yogurt and spices
- ●2 cups Basmati riceuncooked
- ●1 medium Onionchopped
- ●2 inches Gingergrated
- ●1/4 cup Cilantrochopped
- ●1 teaspoon Garam masalaground
- ●1 teaspoon Cuminground
- ●1/2 teaspoon Turmericground
- ●1/4 teaspoon Red chili powderground
- ●1/2 teaspoon Saltground
- ●2 tablespoons Vegetable oilfor cooking
Instructions
- 1
Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
- 2
Marinate the chicken in a mixture of yogurt, garam masala, cumin, turmeric, red chili powder, and salt for at least 30 minutes.
- 3
Heat oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the chopped onion and cook until browned, about 5 minutes.
- 4
Add the grated ginger and cook for 1 minute.
- 5
Add the marinated chicken and cook until browned on both sides, about 5-7 minutes.
- 6
In a large bowl, combine the cooked rice, chopped cilantro, and salt. Mix well.
- 7
In a 9x13 inch baking dish, create a layer of rice mixture. Top with a layer of chicken, then another layer of rice mixture. Repeat this process until all ingredients are used, ending with a layer of rice on top.
- 8
Cover the dish with aluminum foil and bake for 25 minutes.
- 9
Remove the foil and bake for an additional 10-15 minutes, or until the top layer is lightly browned.
- 10
Let the dish rest for 5 minutes before serving.