High-Protein Vegan Chicken Biryani
Elevate your weeknight dinner game with a dish that's quick, flavorful, and packed with protein – our High Protein Plant-Based "Chicken" Biryani. This delightful creation is a testament to the fact that plant-based meals can be every bit as satisfying and mouthwatering as their traditional counterparts. In under 20 minutes, you can indulge in the exotic aromas and tantalizing flavors of biryani, featuring a plant-based "chicken" that's not only high in protein but also incredibly delicious.Macros Per Serving: 365 Calories | 51g Carbs | 4g Fat | 30g Protein
Servings: 2 Servings
Calories: 365kcal
Ingredients
“Chicken”:
- 243 g (2 pieces) Classic Cutlets (Meati Foods)
- 85 g Nonfat Greek Yogurt (Siggi’s)
- 1-2 tbsp Protein Plant Milk (Good Karma)
- Salt & Pepper (to taste)
- ½ tsp Chili Powder, Smoked Paprika, Turmeric, Cumin, Ginger
- 1 tsp Garam Masala
Rice:
- 1 tsp Olive Oil
- ¼ small Red Onion (sliced)
- 1-2 cloves Garlic (minced)
- ¼ cup Tomato Purée
- ¼ cup Mushroom Broth
- 180 g Frozen White Rice
- 170 g Frozen Mixed Vegetables
To Top:
- Fresh Cilantro (chopped)
Instructions
- Break your cutlets into small pieces and add to a bowl. Add in the yogurt, milk to thin it out, and spices. Mix well together and add to a medium pan with some olive oil spray. Let it sit and cook on each side for 6-8 mins until golden yellow.
- In another larger pan, add in your olive oil, onions, and garlic. Sauté for 5-6 mins until onions are soft. Then add in your tomato purée and mushroom broth.
- Then add in your frozen rice and veggies. Mix everything together well before adding in the cooked “chicken”.
- Mix everything together and top with fresh cilantro. Serve into two servings!
Video Tutorial
Nutrition Information
High-Protein Vegan Chicken Biryani
Serving Size
1 Serving
Amount per Serving
Calories
365
% Daily Value*
Fat
4
g
6
%
Saturated Fat
0.3
g
2
%
Polyunsaturated Fat
0.2
g
Monounsaturated Fat
1.6
g
Cholesterol
2.5
mg
1
%
Sodium
349
mg
15
%
Potassium
502
mg
14
%
Carbohydrates
51.2
g
17
%
Fiber
12.9
g
54
%
Sugar
5.2
g
6
%
Protein
30
g
60
%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.
The Nutrition Facts above are specific to the ingredients I chose to use for this recipe.