Instant Pot Biryani Recipe: Flavorful & Fast

A quick and flavorful Instant Pot Biryani recipe that serves 4 people. This dish combines basmati rice, chicken, and a blend of spices to create a delicious meal in just 35 minutes.

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Prep Time 15 mins

Cook Time 20 mins

Total Time 35 mins

Course Main Course

Cuisine Indian

Servings servings

Calories 550 kcal

Equipment

Instant Pot

Ingredients:

Main Ingredients

2 cups basmati rice
1 lb chicken cut into pieces
1 onion sliced
1 tomato chopped
1/2 cup yogurt
2 tablespoons biryani masala
1 teaspoon turmeric powder
1 teaspoon red chili powder
to taste Salt
2 cups water
Fresh cilantro and mint leaves for garnish

Instructions:

Rinse the basmati rice and set aside.
In the Instant Pot, sauté the onions until golden brown, then add the chicken and cook until browned.
Add the tomatoes, yogurt, biryani masala, turmeric powder, red chili powder, and salt. Mix well.
Add the rinsed rice and water. Close the Instant Pot lid and cook on high pressure for 5 minutes.
Once done, let the pressure release naturally for 10 minutes, then do a quick release.
Fluff the biryani with a fork and garnish with fresh cilantro and mint leaves before serving.

Notes:

You can add vegetables like peas or carrots for extra flavor and nutrition.

Nutrition value:

Calories: 550kcalCarbohydrates: 70gProtein: 25gFat: 18gSaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 400mgFiber: 3gSugar: 4gVitamin A: 200IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 100mgIron: 3mg

Keywords:

Keyword Biryani, Chicken Biryani, Instant Pot

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