1. This recipe needs half kg chicken (1.1 lbs.). Make few slits on all the chicken pieces and add to a large bowl. Then add 2. Mix everything well and marinate the chicken. Cover and set this aside for 1 hour. You can also rest it overnight in the fridge. after 30 mins 3. Meanwhile add 2 cups basmati rice to a large pot and rinse it at least thrice. Drain and soak in fresh water for 30 mins. Drain to a colander after 30 mins. Optional – Soak a pinch of saffron strands in 2 tablespoons hot milk.

4. Heat ghee or oil in a heavy bottom pot or pressure cooker. Make sure you use a large one for this. Using whole spices is optional but recommended. Use whatever you have. I use 5. Add thinly sliced onions. On a medium heat, fry them stirring often until uniformly light brown. 6. This is the correct color of the onions. Do not burn them as they leave a bitter taste. 6. This is the correct color of the onions. Do not burn them as they leave a bitter taste. 9. Check if the chicken is cooked by pr