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Butter Chicken Recipe

Butter Chicken Recipe: Creamy and Flavorful

Creamy butter chicken with spiced tomato sauce.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Marinate 1 hour
Total Time 1 hour 45 minutes
Servings 4

Ingredients
  

  • Marinade:
  • 1 lb chicken thighs cubed
  • ½ cup yogurt
  • 1 tbsp lemon juice
  • 1 tsp turmeric
  • 1 tsp garam masala
  • 1 tsp cumin
  • 1 tsp coriander
  • ½ tsp chili powder
  • ½ tsp salt
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
  • 1- inch ginger grated
  • Sauce:
  • 2 tbsp butter
  • 1 tbsp vegetable oil
  • 1 onion chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
  • 1- inch ginger grated
  • 1 tsp garam masala
  • 1 tsp cumin
  • 1 tsp coriander
  • ½ tsp chili powder
  • 14 oz crushed tomatoes
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • ½ tsp salt
  • ¼ tsp pepper
  • 2 tbsp cilantro
  • Optional: Cilantro cream
  • Suggested Pairings: Naan lassi

Instructions
 

  • Marinate chicken in yogurt, lemon, spices, garlic, and ginger; refrigerate for 1-4 hours.
  • Cook chicken in oil for 5-7 minutes until browned; set aside.
  • Melt butter, cook onion for 5-6 minutes; add garlic, ginger, and spices and cook for 1 minute. Add tomatoes, salt, and pepper; simmer for 10 minutes.
  • Stir in cream, return chicken; simmer for 5-7 minutes. Add cilantro.
  • Garnish with cilantro and cream; serve with naan and lassi.

Notes

  • Marinate overnight for the best flavor.
  • Store in fridge for 4 days or freeze for 2 months.
  • Try a vegan variation.
  • Pair with rice.