Paneer Pulao is a lightly spiced Pulao, whereas Paneer Biryani has a lot of spices and is spicy. While Paneer Pulao just takes 20-30 minutes to get ready, Paneer Biryani takes a lot more time to prepare. Paneer Pulao is a one-pot meal, whereas Paneer Biryani has layers and is cooked differently before combining it into one dish.