Description
Indulge in this delightful Butter Chicken recipe that marries tender chicken with a luscious, creamy sauce, bringing the essence of Indian cuisine to your table.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1.5 lbs Boneless chicken thighs, cut into bite-sized pieces
- 1/2 cup Greek yogurt, plain
- 1 tbsp Lemon juice, fresh
- 2 cloves Garlic, minced
- 1 tbsp Fresh ginger, grated
- 1 tbsp Garam masala
- 1 tsp Salt
- 3 tbsp Butter or ghee
- 1 medium Yellow onion, finely chopped
- 3 cloves Garlic, minced
- 1 tbsp Fresh ginger, grated
- 1.5 cups Crushed tomatoes, canned or fresh
- 1/2 cup Heavy cream or coconut/cashew cream
- 1 tbsp Tomato paste
- 1 tbsp Garam masala
- 1 tsp Paprika
- 1/4 tsp Cayenne pepper, optional
- 2 tbsp Butter, stirred in at the end
- 1 bunch Fresh cilantro, chopped for garnish
- 1 Lime wedges, optional
Instructions
- Mix the chicken: Marinate the chicken pieces in yogurt, lemon juice, minced garlic, grated ginger, garam masala, and salt. Allow it to rest.
- Sauté onions: In a large pan, melt butter over medium heat. Add chopped onions and sauté until golden brown. Add minced garlic and ginger.
- Tomato paste and spices: Add tomato paste, garam masala, and paprika; toast for a minute. Slowly add crushed tomatoes and let simmer until thickened.
- Cook chicken: Introduce the marinated chicken into the sauce and cook until tender.
- Creamy finish: Lower heat and fold in the cream and 2 tablespoons of butter just before serving.
- Serve: Garnish with cilantro and serve with basmati rice or naan.
Notes
Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. For healthier alternatives, consider low-fat yogurt or coconut cream.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Indian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 430
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 120mg