My Best Chicken Biryani Recipe Authentic Aromatic

Ingredients

• 1.5 lbs (680g) boneless, skinless chicken thighs, cut into 1-inch pieces
• 1 cup (240ml) plain yogurt, full-fat
• 2 tablespoons ginger-garlic paste
• 1 large lemon, juiced (about 3 tablespoons)
• 2 tablespoons Biryani Masala
• 1 teaspoon turmeric powder
• 1 teaspoon red chili powder
• 1/2 teaspoon garam masala
• 1/2 teaspoon black peppercorns, freshly crushed
• 1/4 cup (60ml) vegetable oil
• Salt to taste
• 3 cups (600g) basmati rice, rinsed until the water runs clear
• 6 cups (1.4L) water
• 1 bay leaf
• 4 green cardamom pods, slightly crushed
• 1-inch cinnamon stick
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 1 large onion, thinly sliced
• Pinch of saffron strands
• 1/4 cup (60ml) warm milk
• 1/4 cup (packed) fresh cilantro, chopped
• 1/4 cup (packed) fresh mint, chopped
• 2 tablespoons ghee
• Optional: Fried onions