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Quick butter chicken breyani recipe for an easy chicken dinner

This easy butter chicken breyani combines creamy spiced chicken, boiled rice and potatoes in a quick layered dinner that saves time without sacrificing flavour.

Quick butter chicken breyani recipe for an easy chicken dinner

Butter chicken and breyani are two popular meals that can be easily combined in one recipe. This dish creates a creamy curry sauce with rice and the layered texture of breyani, while also being a convenient shortcut. To prepare the chicken, cut it into small pieces to ensure quick cooking. Boil the rice beforehand, and fry potatoes until golden. Cook the butter chicken mixture until it thickens.

Remember, this is not a traditional breyani, but a quicker version incorporating elements from both dishes. The chicken breast cooks quickly, so be careful not to overcook it. Avoid leaving the pot on the stove for too long before adding the sauce. Keep the heat moderate and stir the chicken regularly for even cooking. Once the chicken is fully cooked, don't leave the pot on the stove unnecessarily.

Gather all components before assembling the dish. Ensure the rice is boiled, potatoes fried, and the butter chicken mixture cooked and reduced to a thick consistency. If the sauce is too watery, allow it to cook for a little longer. Cover the dish with foil, making sure it's sealed well to trap steam and heat the rice through without adding excess liquid. Most importantly, allow the breyani to rest for a few minutes after taking it out of the oven. This allows the layers to settle before serving.

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