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Butter Chicken Recipe Indian

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Indulge in this creamy, flavorful Butter Chicken recipe that captures the essence of Indian cuisine. Perfect for family dinners or special occasions, it’s sure to impress everyone.

  • Total Time: 1 hour
  • Yield: Serves 4

Ingredients

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  • 1 lb boneless chicken thighs
  • 4 tbsp unsalted butter
  • 2 tbsp fresh ginger, grated
  • 4 garlic cloves, minced
  • 1 can (14 oz) crushed tomatoes
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • Spices: cumin, coriander, garam masala

Instructions

  1. Marinate chicken in yogurt, garlic, ginger, and spices for at least 30 minutes.
  2. In a skillet, heat butter over medium heat and sear marinated chicken until golden brown on both sides (about 5 minutes per side).
  3. Add more butter if needed; sauté onions until translucent.
  4. Stir in crushed tomatoes with cumin and coriander; simmer for 10-15 minutes until thickened.
  5. Incorporate heavy cream and garam masala; simmer for an additional 5 minutes.
  6. Adjust salt to taste and serve hot with rice or naan, garnished with fresh cilantro.
  • Author: Jennifer
  • Prep Time: 30 minutes
  • Cook Time: 30 minutes
  • Category: Main
  • Method: Skillet
  • Cuisine: Indian

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
  • Calories: 350
  • Sugar: 6g
  • Sodium: 800mg
  • Fat: 24g
  • Saturated Fat: 13g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 10g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 12g
  • Fiber: 2g
  • Protein: 23g
  • Cholesterol: 90mg