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Butter Chicken Biryani Recipe

Butter Chicken Biryani

Diff🟡Medium
Prep⏱️20 Mins
Cook⏲️40 Mins
Total1h 30m
Serv🍽️4-5
Cuisine🌍Fusion
Ingredients
Chicken Marination
Chicken Breast (boneless, cubes)500 g
Lemon Juice1.5 tbsp
Green Chilies (chopped)1 tbsp
Salt½ tsp
Paprika Powder2 tsp
Turmeric Powder½ tsp
Ginger-Garlic Paste½ tbsp
Yogurt (curd)¼ cup
Cooking Chicken & Smoke
Cooking Oil2 tbsp
Charcoal (for smoke)1 small piece
Gravy / Masala
Butter2-3 tbsp
Cooking Oil¼ cup
Whole Spices (Green chilis, Mace, Cloves, Black Cardamom, Green Cardamom, Cinnamon, Bay leaf)As listed
Onion (grated)1 large
Tomato Puree (boiled & blended)3 medium
Powder Spices (Coriander, Turmeric, Red Chili, Salt, Ginger-Garlic Paste)As listed
Water½ cup
Kasuri Methi1 tsp
Layering & Dum
Fried Onions¼ cup
Mint Leaves¼ cup
Fresh Coriander¼ cup
Ginger Juliennes1 tbsp
Fresh Cream3-4 tbsp
Basmati Rice (soaked & ¾ boiled)500 g
Yellow Food Color (dissolved in water)½ tsp
Pro Tip
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How To Cook
Step 1: Marinate Chicken
Coat chicken pieces with yogurt, lemon juice, spices, and ginger-garlic paste. 30 Mins
Step 2: Cook & Smoke Chicken
Pan-fry the chicken until tender and infuse with a quick coal smoke flavor. 20 Mins
Step 3: Prepare Butter Masala
Sauté whole spices, grated onions, and tomato puree with spices and butter. 15 Mins
Step 4: Layer & Dum
Layer the gravy with cooked chicken, cream, herbs, half-boiled rice, and food color, then steam on low dum. 10 Mins
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Nutrition Facts
CALORIES
per serving (approx. 300g)
420 kcal
Fat
18g
Carbs
41g
Fiber
3g
Sugar
6g
Protein
24g
Calorie Distribution
Protein 23% Carbs 39% Fat 38%
FAQs

Frequently Asked Questions

Why do we give a coal smoke (koila dum) to the chicken?
Coal smoke imparts a distinct smoky, tandoori flavor that elevates the overall taste profile of butter chicken biryani.
Can I use bone-in chicken instead of boneless breast fillets?
Boneless fillets are traditional for butter chicken, but you can use small bone-in chicken pieces if preferred.
What makes this biryani different from regular chicken biryani?
It combines the rich, buttery, tomato-based gravy of classic butter chicken with the aromatic layering of traditional biryani.
Can I substitute heavy cream with something else?
Fresh dairy cream works best, but you can use thick full-fat milk malai as an alternative.
How do I ensure the rice does not become mushy during dum?
Boil the rice only until it is 3/4th done (with a slight bite remaining in the grain) before layering.
Is kashmiri chili or paprika mandatory for the color?
Paprika or Kashmiri chili gives the gravy its signature vibrant reddish hue without excessive heat.
Can this recipe be prepared in advance?
Yes, you can cook the chicken and gravy ahead of time, then layer it with freshly boiled rice right before giving it dum.
What is the best accompaniment for Butter Chicken Biryani?
A cool mint raita or fresh cucumber onion salad pairs wonderfully with this rich dish.
How long should the biryani rest before opening the lid after dum?
Let it rest for 5 minutes after turning off the heat so the steam settles and the rice grains firm up.
Why choose Kaaf Foods™ products for preparing special biryanis?
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