🍛 Indian
Chicken Biryani
Aromatic basmati rice layered with tender spiced chicken, caramelized onions, and fragrant saffron. A royal dish from the Mughal kitchens.
75 min
6
485 cal
Medium32g protein
Ingredients
For 4 servings
- 1.5 lbs Chicken breast
Use halal-certified chicken
- 4 tbsp Butter
- 1 cup Heavy cream
- 1.5 cups Tomato puree
- 1 large Onion
- 2 tbsp Ginger-garlic paste
- 1 tbsp Garam masala
- 1 tsp Kashmiri red chili powder
- 1 tsp Cumin powder
- 1 tbsp Kasuri methi
- 1 tsp Sugar
- to taste Salt
Instructions
1
Cut chicken into bite-sized pieces and marinate with yogurt, ginger-garlic paste, and spices for 1 hour.
2
Grill or pan-fry the marinated chicken until charred and cooked through. Set aside.
3
In a pan, melt butter and sauté onions until golden. Add ginger-garlic paste and cook for 2 minutes.
4
Add tomato puree and cook for 10-15 minutes until oil separates.
5
Add all the spices and cook for another 2 minutes.
6
Pour in the heavy cream and simmer for 5 minutes. Add sugar to balance acidity.
7
Add the grilled chicken pieces and simmer for 10 minutes.
8
Crush kasuri methi and sprinkle on top. Finish with a dollop of butter and serve with naan.
Tip: For extra richness, add a splash of cream while serving.
Nutrition Facts
Per serving
520
Calories
38g
Protein
18g
Carbs
34g
Fat
3g
Fiber
720mg
Sodium
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Butter Chicken halal?
Yes, this Butter Chicken recipe is 100% halal. All meat ingredients require halal-certified sources, and we provide specific halal notes for each ingredient.
How long does it take to make Butter Chicken?
Butter Chicken takes 20 minutes to prepare and 35 minutes to cook, for a total of 55 minutes.
How many calories are in Butter Chicken?
One serving contains 520 calories, with 38g protein, 18g carbs, and 34g fat.
Can I meal prep Butter Chicken?
Yes! Butter Chicken is great for meal prep. Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3-4 days.
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