Low Calorie Chicken Biryani! 476 calories with 55g protein / 44g carbs / 9g fat

This has to be one of the tastiest meals i’ve made, the flavors are just incredible and it’s packed with protein and low calorie. A perfect example that you can still enjoy the foods you love and lose weight!

Chicken marinade:

• 300g chicken breast (cubed)
• 120g low fat yogurt (Greek yogurt works)
• 4 garlic cloves minced
• 1 tbsp crushed ginger
• 1/2 tsp chilli powder or 1 tbsp paprika (if you don’t like spicy)
• 1 tsp garam masala
• 1/2-1 tsp turmeric
• 1 tsp salt & pepper
• 1/2 lemon juice
Mix till well combined and let it marinate at least 30mins for better flavor

For cooking:

• 2 tsp olive oil
• 2 medium onions thinly sliced
- Cook on high heat for 8-10mins till golden brown (this is important for the flavor)
• 1/2 tsp cinnamon
• 1 tsp cumin
• Add the chicken
• 1 medium tomato chopped
- Cook this on medium heat for 8-10 mins (use your spatula to crush the tomatoes to release the juices)
• Add 280g cooked basmati rice (make sure it’s fluffly rice and not overcooked)
• Garnish with coriander/cilantro
• Saffron water (saffron mixed in boiling water)
- give it a gentle mix, careful not to break the rice
• Garnish with crispy onion (optional)

Macros per serving (2 servings total)

476 calories - 55g protein / 44g carbs / 9g fat

ENJOY!

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