Fiber-Rich Chicken Biryani
A flavorful and heart-healthy twist on traditional Indian Chicken Biryani, packed with fiber-rich ingredients to support a cholesterol-lowering diet.
Ingredients
- 1 cup brown basmati rice
- 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breast, cubed
- 1 large onion, thinly sliced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1-inch piece of ginger, grated
- 1 tsp turmeric
- 1 tsp cumin
- 1 tsp coriander
- 1 tsp garam masala
- 1/2 tsp cinnamon
- 1/2 tsp cardamom
- 1/4 tsp cayenne pepper
- 2 cups low-sodium chicken broth
- 1 cup water
- 1 cup mixed vegetables (such as peas, carrots, bell peppers)
- 1/4 cup chopped cilantro
- 1/4 cup chopped mint
- 1/4 cup unsalted cashews
- 1/4 cup raisins
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
In a large pot, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add onion, garlic, and ginger, and sauté until softened.
Add chicken cubes and spices (turmeric, cumin, coriander, garam masala, cinnamon, cardamom, cayenne pepper) to the pot. Cook until chicken is browned on all sides.
Add brown basmati rice, chicken broth, and water to the pot. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low and simmer for 30 minutes.
Stir in mixed vegetables, cilantro, mint, cashews, and raisins. Cover and cook for an additional 10 minutes, or until rice is cooked through.
Season with salt and pepper to taste. Serve hot, garnished with additional herbs and nuts if desired.
Estimated Nutrition
Per serving
| Calories | 350 |
| Protein (g) | 25 |
| Carbs (g) | 45 |
| Fiber (g) | 6 |
| Sugar (g) | 4 |
| Saturated fat (g) | 2 |
| Trans fat (g) | 0 |
| Sodium (mg) | 600 |
| Cholesterol | 50 |