High Protein Single Plate Chicken Biryani
Elevate your weeknight dining with this High Protein Single Plate Chicken Biryani, a healthy twist on the classic comfort food. Perfectly portioned for one serving, this flavorful dish combines tender, marinated chicken breast with aromatic basmati rice, infused with saffron and traditional spices like biryani masala and turmeric. A balance of protein-packed Greek yogurt, fresh mint, and cilantro creates a vibrant, nutritious meal that's both satisfying and easy to prepare in under an hour. With its rich flavors and high-protein profile, this single-serve biryani is ideal for fitness enthusiasts or anyone craving a wholesome yet indulgent dinner. Serve hot and garnish with fresh herbs for a restaurant-worthy experience right at home!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 100 grams Basmati rice
- 150 grams Chicken breast
- 50 grams Greek yogurt
- 1 tablespoon Vegetable oil
- 1 small Onion
- 1 teaspoon Garlic paste
- 1 teaspoon Ginger paste
- 1 small Tomato
- 1 small Green chili
- 10 leaves Mint leaves
- 10 grams Cilantro
- 1 teaspoon Biryani masala
- 0.5 teaspoon Turmeric powder
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 300 ml Water
- 1 pinch Saffron threads
- 0.5 Lemon
Instructions
Rinse the basmati rice under cold water until the water runs clear. Soak the rice in 150 ml of water for 15 minutes and then drain.
Cut the chicken breast into bite-sized pieces. Marinate it with Greek yogurt, biryani masala, turmeric powder, ginger paste, garlic paste, salt, and a squeeze of lemon juice. Set aside for at least 10 minutes.
Thinly slice the onion, chop the tomato, slit the green chili, and roughly chop the mint leaves and cilantro.
In a non-stick pot, heat the vegetable oil over medium heat. Add the sliced onion and sauté until golden brown.
Add the marinated chicken to the pot and cook until the chicken is browned and cooked through, about 10 minutes.
Add the chopped tomato and slit green chili. Cook until the tomato softens, about 3 minutes.
Stir in the mint leaves and half of the cilantro. Continue cooking for another minute.
Add the soaked and drained rice to the pot along with 150 ml of water and saffron threads. Stir gently to combine.
Cover the pot with a tight-fitting lid, reduce the heat to low and let the biryani cook undisturbed for 20 minutes.
After 20 minutes, turn off the heat and let the biryani sit for another 5 minutes. Fluff the rice gently with a fork.
Garnish with the remaining cilantro and serve hot. Enjoy your high protein chicken biryani!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
625 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 20.0 g | 26% | |
| Saturated Fat | 3.6 g | 18% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 9.2 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 131 mg | 44% | |
| Sodium | 4141 mg | 180% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 59.3 g | 22% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 5.7 g | 20% | |
| Total Sugars | 15.4 g | ||
| Protein | 53.7 g | 107% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 176 mg | 14% | |
| Iron | 4.6 mg | 26% | |
| Potassium | 1157 mg | 25% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
