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Slow Cooker Chicken Biryani – A Fragrant One-Pot Indian Feast

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This Slow Cooker Chicken Biryani brings traditional Indian flavors to your kitchen with ease. Tender marinated chicken, saffron-infused rice, and warming spices cook together in one pot for a deeply satisfying meal.

Ingredients

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  • 1.5 lbs chicken thighs (bone-in, skinless)

  • 1 cup basmati rice, soaked

  • 1 cup plain yogurt

  • 1 tbsp garlic paste

  • 1 tbsp ginger paste

  • 1 tsp turmeric

  • 1 tsp cumin

  • 1 tsp coriander

  • 1 tsp garam masala

  • 1/2 tsp chili powder

  • 1 lemon, juiced

  • Salt to taste

  • 1 large onion, sliced thin

  • 2 tbsp ghee or butter

  • 1 bay leaf

  • 4 cloves

  • 2 cardamom pods

  • 1 cinnamon stick

  • 1/2 tsp saffron threads, soaked in 2 tbsp warm milk

  • 1/4 cup chopped fresh mint

  • 1/4 cup chopped cilantro

  • 1 cup water or chicken broth

Instructions

  • Marinate chicken with yogurt, spices, garlic, ginger, lemon juice, and salt for at least 1 hour.

  • Soak rice for 30 minutes, then drain.

  • Sauté onions in ghee until caramelized.

  • In slow cooker, layer marinated chicken, onions, herbs, rice.

  • Add whole spices, pour broth, and saffron milk on top.

  • Cook on LOW for 4–5 hours or HIGH for 2.5–3 hours.

  • Fluff rice gently and serve warm.

Notes

  • Use pre-fried onions for a quicker version.

  • For vegetarian option, substitute chicken with paneer or mushrooms.

  • Freeze leftovers in portioned containers for up to 2 months.

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