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Creamy Butter Chicken

Creamy Butter Chicken

Indulge in this creamy butter chicken recipe that combines tender chicken with a rich tomato sauce for a delicious meal.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Marinating Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Indian
Calories: 420
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Marinade
  • 1/2 cup plain yogurt for marinade
  • 4 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 tbsp fresh ginger grated
  • 1/2 tsp chili powder for marinade
  • 1/2 tsp salt for marinade
Main Ingredients
  • 1.5 lbs chicken thighs or breasts
  • 3 tbsp butter
  • 1 cup tomato puree
  • 3/4 cup heavy cream
  • 1 tbsp garam masala
  • 1 tsp cumin
  • 1 tsp coriander
  • 1 tsp paprika
  • 1/2 tsp chili powder
  • 1 tsp salt
  • fresh cilantro for garnish (optional)

Equipment

  • Large skillet
  • Mixing Bowl

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Combine yogurt, garlic, ginger, chili powder, and salt. Mix with chicken and marinate for at least 30 minutes or overnight.
  2. Heat butter in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Sear marinated chicken until browned, then set aside.
Cooking
  1. In the same skillet, sauté garlic and ginger. Add tomato puree, garam masala, cumin, coriander, paprika, and simmer until thickened.
  2. Return chicken to the skillet and coat with sauce. Simmer for 10-15 minutes until chicken is fully cooked.
  3. Stir in heavy cream and simmer for an additional 5 minutes. Adjust seasoning to taste.
  4. Garnish with fresh cilantro and serve hot with rice or naan.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 420kcalCarbohydrates: 12gProtein: 29gFat: 29g

Notes

This dish is versatile; feel free to swap chicken for shrimp or tofu and add vegetables for extra nutrition.

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