Best Instant Pot Chicken Biryani Recipes

INSTANT POT® CHICKEN BIRYANI

Steps:

• Thoroughly rinse basmati rice in a strainer until water runs clear. Transfer rice to a bowl, add fresh water to cover, and set aside for 30 minutes.
• Place chicken breast and chicken thigh pieces in a large bowl. Add Greek yogurt, lemon juice, ginger, garlic, 1/2 teaspoon garam masala, salt, and pepper. Mix well to coat chicken. Cover and refrigerate for 30 minutes.
• Drain rice and remove marinated chicken from the refrigerator. Turn on a multi-functional pressure cooker (such as Instant Pot®), select Saute function, and add ghee. When ghee starts to bubble, add cloves, cardamom pods, bay leaf, cinnamon stick, coriander seed, mustard seed, and cumin seeds and saute until fragrant, 2 to 3 minutes. Add sliced onion and cook, stirring often, until tender and fragrant, about 5 minutes.
• Add chicken and extra marinade to the cooker. Saute until browned on all sides, about 5 minutes. Turn off Saute function. Add rice, chicken stock, cilantro, mint, remaining 1 teaspoon garam masala, turmeric, paprika, and chili powder; stir until well mixed.
• Close and lock the lid. Select high pressure according to manufacturer's instructions; set timer for 6 minutes. Allow 10 to 15 minutes for pressure to build.
• Release pressure carefully using the quick-release method according to manufacturer's instructions, about 5 minutes. Unlock and remove the lid. Fluff with a fork and serve immediately.

CHICKEN BIRYANI IN THE INSTANT POT®

Steps:

• Combine garlic, ginger, salt, cumin, turmeric, curry powder, paprika, and garam masala in a zip-top bag and shake to combine. Reserve 1 teaspoon of spice mixture. Add crema to the bag and mix to combine. Add chicken thighs to the bag and marinate in the refrigerator, 8 hours to overnight.
• Turn on a multi-functional pressure cooker (such as Instant Pot®) and select Saute function. Add 1 tablespoon butter and onions. Cook until browned and softened, about 6 minutes. Transfer to a small plate.
• Add remaining butter to the pot. Pour in chicken thighs and marinade. Saute for about 2 minutes and hit Cancel. Close and lock the lid. Select high pressure according to manufacturer's instructions; set timer for 6 minutes. Allow 10 to 15 minutes for pressure to build.
• Release pressure carefully using the quick-release method according to manufacturer's instructions, about 5 minutes. Unlock and remove the lid.
• Add rice to the pot around chicken thighs. Add caramelized onions. Pour coconut milk over rice, making sure rice is covered. Close and lock the lid. Select high pressure and set the timer for 8 minutes. Allow 10 to 15 minutes for pressure to build.
• Release pressure using the natural-release method according to manufacturer's instructions for 30 minutes. Release remaining pressure carefully using the quick-release method according to manufacturer's instructions, about 5 minutes. Unlock and remove the lid.
• Add reserved spice mixture to the pot and crumble saffron on top of chicken and rice before serving.

INSTANT POT CHICKEN BIRYANI RECIPE BY TASTY

Steps:

• In a medium bowl, mix together the yogurt, lemon juice, ginger, garlic granules, garam masala, cayenne, turmeric, and salt. Add the chicken thighs and toss to coat.
• On the Instant Pot Sauté setting, melt the butter. Add the onion and cook until caramelized, stirring occasionally, 15-17 minutes. Remove half the onion and set aside for garnish. Push the CANCEL button to turn off Sauté mode.
• Add the chicken and the marinade to the Instant Pot, then toss to combine with the onions. Add the bay leaves, rice, salt, saffron, and water. Gently stir to combine. Make sure all ingredients are submerged below the liquid.
• Put the cover on the Instant Pot. Be sure the pressure valve is set to "Sealing." Use the manual setting to set the timer for 8 minutes.
• When the timer goes off, turn pressure valve to "Venting" to release pressure quickly. (Be sure to read all Instant Pot instructions carefully for safety. Be sure Instant Pot is turned off and unplugged before carefully removing the cover.)
• Using a silicone spatula, fluff up the rice and fold to carefully combine. Serve garnishes with the reserved caramelized onions, cilantro, mint, and sliced jalapeño.
• Enjoy!