$2.35 a serving · 35 min
- Gluten-free
- Nut-free
- High protein
- PCOS-friendly
- Heart-healthy
- Anti-inflammatory
- Thyroid-friendly
- Indian-inspired
- Family friendly
- Chicken
Cost is the ingredients you actually use. About $9.40 if you cook for four.
- Calories
- 700 kcal
- Protein
- 48g
- Carbs
- 69g
- Fat
- 24g
Ingredients
For one serving, in kitchen measures, grouped the way the store is laid out.
Produce
- Onions½ medium
- Fresh cilantro2 tbsp
Meat & seafood
- Chicken thighs150 g
Dairy & eggs
- Greek yogurt2⅔ tbsp
Pantry
- Rice⅓ cup
- Vegetable oil2 tsp
Frozen
- Frozen peas⅓ cup
Spices
- Garam masala¾ tsp
How to cook it
- 1
Mix the diced chicken with the yogurt, garam masala and salt.
- 2
Set to Sauté, heat the oil and fry the sliced onion for 6 minutes until golden, then set half aside.
- 3
Add the chicken for 2 minutes, then the rinsed rice, peas and 3/4 cup water.
- 4
Seal and cook on high pressure for 6 minutes, then release naturally for 10 minutes.
- 5
Fluff and top with the reserved onions and the cilantro.
People also ask
- What to serve with Instant Pot Chicken Biryani?
- Hoisin Beef & Broccoli, Chicken Fajitas, or Spaghetti Bolognese. Those sit in the same style as Instant Pot Chicken Biryani and keep the grocery list from exploding.
- Is Instant Pot Chicken Biryani gluten-free?
- Yes. Instant Pot Chicken Biryani is gluten free.
- Is Instant Pot Chicken Biryani high protein?
- Yes. 48g of protein a serving from chicken.
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