Marinate the chicken in all the above mentioned ingredients (except ghee, saffron and cashews) for 3-4 hours.
To cook the rice bring sufficient water along with all the spices to a boil. Add the rice and mix well Cook for 3-4 minutes till half done.
Drain and keep aside.
Layer the handi with the marinated chicken first.
Spread the rice, fried onions, coriander & mint leaves, cashews, ghee, saffron milk and the water in which it was boiled.
Cover with a foil and cook on a high flame for 15 minutes. Then simmer on a low flame for 5 minutes. Let it remain covered for 15 minutes.
Serve with raita and onion rings,
