Instant Pot Chicken Biryani

Chicken Biryani is a hearty and comforting meal made with marinated chicken, aromatic basmati rice, and a selection of herbs and spices.

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This Instant Pot Biryani can be made in a fraction of the time of traditional Biryani.

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WHY MAKE THIS RECIPE

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Chicken Basmati rice Butter Yogurt Onions Kewra Water

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HOW TO MAKE Instant Pot Chicken Biryani

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Stir until well mixed, then add the chicken. Cover and place in the refrigerator to marinate for 1 hour.

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Use a fine mesh colander to rinse the rice 3-4 times or until the water runs clear.

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Set Instant Pot into sauté function and melt the butter. Add the cumin, bay leaves, black and green cardamom, cinnamon stick, black peppercorns, cloves, and mace.

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Instant Pot Chicken Biryani

Chicken Biryani is a hearty and comforting meal made with marinated chicken, aromatic basmati rice, and a selection of herbs and spices.

This Instant Pot Biryani can be made in a fraction of the time of traditional Biryani.

WHY MAKE THIS RECIPE

Comforting – The smell and flavor of the array of spices in this dish are so comforting.

Chicken Basmati rice Butter Yogurt Onions Kewra Water

INGREDIENTS

HOW TO MAKE Instant Pot Chicken Biryani

Combine yogurt, coriander powder, ginger garlic paste, red paprika powder, Garam Masala, lime juice, and one teaspoon salt in a bowl.

Stir until well mixed, then add the chicken. Cover and place in the refrigerator to marinate for 1 hour.

Use a fine mesh colander to rinse the rice 3-4 times or until the water runs clear.

Set Instant Pot into sauté function and melt the butter. Add the cumin, bay leaves, black and green cardamom, cinnamon stick, black peppercorns, cloves, and mace.

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