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CHICKEN BIRYANI
Biryani is a beautiful, simple South Asian rice pilaf that’s easy to make at home. It’s typically served at celebrations in India.Biryani can also be a fantastic weeknight meal since it’s made all in one pot and is ready in under an hour. Today, I’m sharing my version of biryani with chicken
Boneless thighs can be substituted for the bone-in thighs if you prefer, though you'll lose the richness the bones give the dish. Prep and cook boneless thighs the same way.
INGREDIENTS
1 1/2 cups (150g) long-grain white rice
4 bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs (about 1 1/2 pounds)
1 teaspoon salt, or more to taste
1/2 teaspoon black pepper, or more to taste
2 tablespoons vegetable oil
1 large yellow onion, coarsely chopped
1 piece (2 inches) fresh ginger, peeled and finely chopped
1 teaspoon ground turmeric
1 teaspoon ground cardamom
1 stick cinnamon
1 bay leaf
2 1/2 cups water
1/4 cup skinned or unskinned whole almonds, or sliced almonds
2 tablespoons chopped fresh cilantro