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butter chicken

A rich and flavorful Indian dish featuring tender pieces of chicken bathed in a creamy tomato-based sauce, infused with aromatic spices.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 45 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 15 minutes
Servings: 4
Cuisine: Chinese
Calories: 120
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 1.5 pounds boneless chicken breasts
  • 1 cup plain Greek yogurt
  • 2 tablespoons cooking oil
  • 1 cup tomato sauce
  • 0.5 cup heavy cream
  • 1 teaspoon garam masala
  • 1 teaspoon curry powder
  • 0.5 teaspoon turmeric
  • 0.25 teaspoon cayenne pepper
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 inch ginger grated
  • 0.5 cup butter
  • 1 small onion finely chopped
  • 0.5 cup water

Method
 

Preparation Steps
  1. Marinate the chicken with yogurt, half of the garlic, half of the ginger, and a pinch of salt. Let it sit for 30 minutes.
  2. In a large skillet, heat the oil and sauté the chopped onion until translucent. Add remaining garlic and ginger, cook for 1 minute.
  3. Add spices: garam masala, curry powder, turmeric, and cayenne pepper. Cook for 1 minute until fragrant.
  4. Add the tomato sauce, water, and bring to a simmer. Cook for 10 minutes to develop flavors.
  5. Add the marinated chicken pieces, cook for 20 minutes until tender.
  6. Stir in the heavy cream and butter, cook for an additional 5 minutes for richness.
  7. Serve hot over steamed rice or with naan bread.

Notes

This butter chicken recipe is perfect for a flavorful weeknight dinner. Adjust spice levels to taste.