Butter Chicken

Butter Chicken is a rich and creamy Indian dish made with marinated chicken cooked in a spiced tomato sauce. It is known for its flavorful blend of spices and is often served with rice or naan bread.

30m prep

30m cook

4 servings

medium difficulty

Total: 60m

Ingredients

fresh cilantro

1 bunch

lemon juice

2 tablespoons

garlic

4 cloves

onion

1 whole

ground cumin

1 teaspoons

chicken breast

1 pounds

fresh ginger

1 inch

salt

1 teaspoons

crushed tomatoes

1 can

heavy cream

1 cups

garam masala

2 teaspoons

butter

4 tablespoons

plain yogurt

1 cups

ground coriander

1 teaspoons

Instructions

Begin by marinating the chicken in yogurt, lemon juice, and spices for at least 30 minutes. Heat oil in a large skillet over medium heat.

Add chopped onions and sauté until they are golden brown. Stir in minced garlic and ginger, cooking for an additional minute.

Add the marinated chicken to the skillet and cook until it is browned on all sides. Pour in crushed tomatoes and bring the mixture to a simmer.

Reduce the heat and stir in heavy cream, allowing it to cook for another 10 minutes. Season with salt and garnish with fresh cilantro before serving.

Serve hot with rice or naan bread.

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