Here's how to make perfect Hyderabadi Chicken Dum Biryani at home in just 6 easy steps.

Marinate the chicken, combine chicken with yogurt, ginger-garlic paste, red chili powder, turmeric, garam masala, half of the fried onions, mint, and coriander leaves. marinate for 1 hour or overnight.

Prepare the rice, boil water with whole spices and salt. add soaked rice and cook until 70% done. drain and set aside.

Layer the chicken and rice, in a heavy-bottomed pot, spread marinated chicken at the bottom. add a layer of half-cooked rice over it.

Add toppings, top the rice with remaining fried onions, saffron milk, mint, and coriander leaves.

Seal the pot, cover the pot tightly with a lid or foil to trap steam.

Cook on dum, cook on medium heat for 10 minutes, then on low heat for 20-25 minutes.

Serve hot, gently mix the layers before serving. enjoy with raita or salad.