Amazon Associates PartnerTrusted
As an Amazon Associate, we earn from qualifying purchases made through links on this page. This helps support our site at no extra cost to you. Clicking on ingredient or equipment links will take you to amazon.com where you can purchase these items.
Agra Chicken Biryani
A fragrant, spicy chicken biryani inspired by the famous Agra style. The recipe layers marinated chicken cooked with whole spices, caramelized onions, and basmati rice, finished with a sealed "dum" for fluffy, aromatic grains. Perfect for family gatherings and special occasions.
Shop all ingredients on Amazon in one click • Printable PDF with shopping checklist
Cost Breakdown
Critical Success Points
- • Marinating and partially cooking the chicken with whole spices
- • Frying onions to a deep golden color
- • Sealing the pot for the dum (steam) cooking
Safety Warnings
- • Hot oil can cause severe burns – keep a lid nearby.
- • Use oven mitts when handling the hot sealed pot.
- • Sharp knives – cut away from your body.
☕ 100% Free & Ad-Free Forever! Made by ADHD friends who got lost in recipe videos
We built this because we kept forgetting recipe steps. Help us keep it ad-free & support our caffeine addiction!
You Might Also Like
Similar recipes converted from YouTube cooking videos
Homemade Garam Masala
A fragrant, all‑purpose Indian spice blend made by dry‑roasting whole spices and grinding them to a fine powder. Perfect for finishing curries, marinating meats, or adding depth to any savory dish.
Spicy Indian-Style Fried Chicken
A quick, flavor‑packed Indian chicken recipe from Get Curried. Tender chicken pieces are marinated in a blend of red chili, cumin, garam masala, fresh coriander and kasuri methi, then pan‑fried in olive oil and ghee for a crispy, spicy finish. Perfect for a weeknight dinner or a weekend treat.
Spicy Potato Salad (Aloo Salad)
An Indian potato salad flavored with spices, caramelized onions, ginger, garlic and fresh cilantro. Quick to prepare with a pressure cooker, ideal as a tasty side dish.
Veg Dum Biryani (Vegetarian Layered Biryani)
A classic Indian Veg Dum Biryani made with fluffy basmati rice, marinated vegetables, homemade biryani masala, and crispy birista (fried onions). This recipe follows traditional dum (steam) cooking for authentic flavor and texture.
Malabar (Kerala) Parota – Layered Flaky Flatbread
A traditional Kerala‑style layered paratha made with refined flour, milk and plenty of oil. The dough is kneaded, rested, stretched and folded to create delicate flaky layers that are crisp on the outside and soft inside. Serve hot with curry, stew or pickle. Also known as parota.
Indian Dosa (Fermented Pancakes)
Learn how to make traditional Indian dosas, thin and crispy pancakes made from fermented rice and lentils. The batter is prepared in advance, left to ferment for 8‑12 hours, then quickly cooked in a pan with a drizzle of oil. Ideal for breakfast or a snack, this vegetarian dish is light, flavorful, and gluten‑free.