5 Most Popular Chicken Biryanis Of India And What Makes Them Special

A delectable plate of chicken biryani garnished with fresh mint leaves, served with a side of raita and curry

Ah, chicken biryani — the crowned jewel of Indian cuisine. The aromatic spices, the tender meat and the fragrant rice. Each region boasts its unique twist on this masterpiece. Let’s explore the 5 Most Popular Biryanis of India.

A delectable plate of Chicken Biryani garnished with fresh mint leaves, served with a side of raita and curry

Indulge in the ultimate chicken biryani experience! A symphony of spices, perfectly cooked rice, and tender chicken

1 Hyderabadi Chicken Biryani

What Makes It Special: Hyderabad’s gift to the world of biryani. This royal dish combines fragrant Basmati rice, marinated meat, and biryani spices. It is layered with saffron-infused milk. It is garnished with fried onions and mint. It’s a feast fit for royalty. The secret? Slow-cooking over dum in a traditional biryani pot to lock in every bit of flavour. 

2 Lucknowi Biryani

A steaming plate of mutton biryani which is as good as a Chicken Biryani, garnished with fresh mint leaves, served with a side of raita and salad.

Treat yourself to a royal delight with the mouth-watering mutton biryani

What Makes It Special: From the city of Nawabs comes a mutton biryani that’s as refined as it is flavorful. Known for its  aroma and tender meat, Lucknowi biryani is a labour of love. Fragrant rice, saffron strands, and the perfect blend of biryani spices. It create a dish that’s fit for a royal banquet. Pair it with a cooling raita.

3 Ambur Biryani

A plate of Chicken Biryani featuring a whole roasted chicken with aromatic rice, raita and curry

Indulge in the sumptuous roasted chicken biryani

What Makes It Special:

Ambur biryani hails from Tamil Nadu. It packs a punch with its bold flavours and spicy kick. Basmati rice is cooked with a fiery blend of biryani spices. The meat is marinated to perfection. Ambur biryani is known for its robust taste. It is served with a side of spicy brinjal curry and raita. It’s a dish that leaves taste buds tingling and hearts yearning for more. 

 

#4 Kolkata Biryani

A delicious plate of chicken biryani featuring succulent chicken pieces, boiled egg, and garnished with fresh herbs and onion rings

Where every bite is a celebration of taste, this Chicken Biryani is truly heavenly

 

What Makes It Special: Kolkata Biryani blends Awadhi and Bengali flavors. Fragrant Basmati rice pairs with marinated meat. It features aromatic spices. It has a touch of sweetness.The sweetness comes from caramelized onions and rose water. This biryani is unique in its preparation style. It’s typically served with boiled eggs. Kolkata biryani is also served with a tangy potato curry.

 

#5 Malabar chicken biryani

A mouth-watering dish of chicken biryani, garnished with fresh herbs and fragrant, colourful rice

Savour the Flavours of Authentic Chicken Biryani

Malabar Chicken Biryani comes from Kerala’s Malabar region. Maritime trade and cultural exchanges shaped it. Arab traders and local traditions influenced its flavor. It has become a cherished dish in Kerala.

It’s often served with raita, pickle, and boiled eggs. These add to its spice. They also provide a flavorful profile. It’s great for festive occasions or a comforting meal. The biryani’s spices and creamy texture show its Malabar heritage.

Well, what if we say that you can now enjoy the rich flavours of Malabar cuisine? That too without compromising on convenience. Introducing FTH’s Heat & Eat Malabar Chicken Biryani. It’s crafted with aromatic spices. The star ingredient is its tender antibiotic residue-free chicken. It is also preservative-free, made without any artificial flavours and E/INS numbers.

 

A Flavorful Conclusion

There you have it.The 5 Most Popular Biryanis of India. Each biryani tells its own story. They have their own unique flavour. We might need to add loyal fans to the list too. Biryani is more than just a meal; it brings people together.

So, get your ingredients and unleash your inner chef. Start your biryani adventure. Cooking for family or just yourself? No problem, these biryanis will elevate your dining experience. The secret to a great biryani? It’s not just the ingredients. It’s the love and passion you put into every grain of rice and piece of meat.

Planning to attempt these at home? We recommend using our Premium Tender and Antibiotic-residue-free Chicken Biryani Cut. Use FTH Mutton for lamb that is tender. This doesn’t require long cooking for tenderisation. But if your taste buds are craving a quick biryani hit, then experience the taste of Malabar. RTC Chicken Biryani gets ready in just 6 minutes with our mutton.

Now, who’s ready to dig in and savour India’s most beloved dish? Happy cooking and bon appétit!