Slow-Cooked Chicken Biryani

Ingredients and Weight:

• 1 whole chicken (about 3 pounds), cut into 8 pieces
• 1/2 cup plain yogurt
• 2 teaspoons garam masala
• 1 tablespoon ground cumin
• 1 teaspoon ground turmeric
• 1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional)
• 1 onion, chopped
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 inch ginger, minced
• 1 (15-ounce) can diced tomatoes
• 1 cup basmati rice
• 2 cups chicken broth
• 1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro
• 1/4 cup chopped fresh mint

Preparation Time:

30 minutes

Cooking Time:

6-8 hours on low in a slow cooker

Difficulty Level:

2 (Simple)

Preparation Method Steps:

1. In a medium bowl, combine the chicken pieces, yogurt, garam masala, cumin, turmeric, cayenne pepper (if using), onion, garlic, and ginger. Marinate for at least 30 minutes or up to overnight.
2. Brown the chicken pieces in a large skillet over medium-high heat until golden brown on all sides.
3. Add the browned chicken to the bowl of a 6-quart slow cooker.
4. Stir in the tomatoes, rice, chicken broth, cilantro, and mint. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
5. Cover and cook on low for 6-8 hours, or until the chicken is tender and the rice is cooked through.
6. Fluff with a fork before serving.

Nutritional Information:

Per serving (1/8 of the recipe):

• Calories: 350
• Protein: 30 grams
• Carbohydrates: 40 grams
• Fat: 15 grams
• Sodium: 400 mg

Dish Characteristics:

• Aromatic and flavorful
• Tender and juicy chicken
• Fluffy and fragrant basmati rice
• Vibrant colors and textures

User Comments:

• "This biryani was so delicious! The chicken was so tender and the rice was perfectly cooked. I loved the flavors of the garam masala and cumin."
• "I'm not a big fan of Indian food, but this dish was amazing. It was flavorful but not too spicy, and the chicken was cooked to perfection."
• "This is the best biryani I've ever had. It's easy to make and always a crowd-pleaser."

Special Precautions and Tips:

• If you don't have garam masala, you can substitute with a mixture of ground coriander, cumin, cardamom, and cinnamon.
• To make the biryani more spicy, add more cayenne pepper or red chili flakes.
• Serve the biryani with raita (yogurt sauce) or mango chutney for extra flavor and freshness.