Simple Chicken Biryani

Directions

1. 1
   Preheat oven too 200°C.
2. 2
   Place chicken in bowl with, cumin, garam masala & tumeric and toss to coat.
3. 3
   Heat 1 tbsp olive oil in dutch oven (or casserole) add the chicken in batches and cook 3-4 minutes or until browned all over, adding a little more oil if necessary.
4. 4
   Remove and set aside.
5. 5
   Add the remaining oil, onion, ginger and garlic to the casserole and cook over medium heat until the onions are soft and golden.
6. 6
   Add the rice and cook for 2 minutes.
7. 7
   Return the chicken in a single layer and pour over the stock.
8. 8
   Put the lid on and place in oven.
9. 9
   Cook for 30-40 minutes, or until the rice is tender and has absorbed all the stock.
10. 10
    Top with coriander before serving. I like to serve mine with cumin and mint yogurt.