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Creamy Butter Chicken: Discover the Best Recipe Today!

A rich and creamy butter chicken recipe that is perfect for a comforting meal.
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Prep Time 1 hour
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 30 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Indian
Calories: 450
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 2 pounds boneless skinless chicken thighs, cut into bite-sized pieces
  • 1 cup plain yogurt
  • 2 tablespoons lemon juice
  • 2 teaspoons ground cumin
  • 2 teaspoons ground coriander
  • 1 teaspoon ground turmeric
  • 1 teaspoon garam masala
  • 1 teaspoon chili powder
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 4 tablespoons unsalted butter
  • 1 medium onion finely chopped
  • 4 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 tablespoon fresh ginger minced
  • 1 can 15 ounces tomato puree
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • Fresh cilantro for garnish
  • Cooked basmati rice for serving

Method
 

  1. In a large bowl, combine the yogurt, lemon juice, cumin, coriander, turmeric, garam masala, chili powder, and salt. Add the chicken pieces and mix well to coat. Cover and marinate in the refrigerator for at least 1 hour, or overnight for best flavor.
  2. In a large skillet or pot, melt the butter over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and sauté until golden brown, about 5-7 minutes.
  3. Stir in the minced garlic and ginger, cooking for an additional 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
  4. Add the marinated chicken (along with the marinade) to the skillet. Cook for about 5-7 minutes until the chicken is browned on all sides.
  5. Pour in the tomato puree and bring to a simmer. Reduce the heat to low and cover, cooking for 15-20 minutes until the chicken is cooked through.
  6. Stir in the heavy cream and simmer for another 5 minutes. Adjust seasoning if necessary.
  7. Serve hot over cooked basmati rice, garnished with fresh cilantro.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 8gProtein: 30gFat: 30gSaturated Fat: 18gPolyunsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 120mgSodium: 800mgFiber: 1gSugar: 4g

Notes

  • For a spicier version, add more chili powder or a diced jalapeño to the onion mixture.
  • You can also substitute the heavy cream with coconut milk for a dairy-free option.

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