Source: Feel Good Foodie

Butter Chicken Recipe

 

Ingredients Summary:

 

  • Chicken (boneless, skinless thighs or breasts): 500g, cut into cubes
  • Yogurt: 1/2 cup (for marinating)
  • Garlic: 4 cloves, minced
  • Ginger: 1 tablespoon, minced
  • Garam masala: 1 teaspoon
  • Ground cumin: 1 teaspoon
  • Paprika: 1 teaspoon
  • Tomato puree: 1 cup
  • Heavy cream: 1/2 cup
  • Butter: 4 tablespoons
  • Cilantro: For garnish

For the Sauce:

 

  • Butter: 2 tablespoons
  • Onion: 1 small, chopped
  • Garam masala: 1 teaspoon
  • Ground cumin: 1 teaspoon
  • Ground turmeric: 1/2 teaspoon
  • Chili powder: 1/2 teaspoon (optional)
  • Tomato sauce: 1 cup
  • Heavy cream: 1/2 cup
  • Salt: To taste

Instructions Overview:

 

  1. Marinate the Chicken: In a bowl, mix yogurt, garlic, ginger, garam masala, cumin, and paprika. Toss the chicken in the marinade, cover, and refrigerate for at least 1 hour or overnight.
  2. Cook the Chicken: In a skillet, melt butter and cook the marinated chicken until golden brown on all sides. Set aside.
  3. Prepare the Sauce: In the same skillet, melt more butter, and sauté onions until softened. Add garam masala, cumin, turmeric, and chili powder, then stir in tomato sauce. Simmer for a few minutes.
  4. Finish the Dish: Add the cooked chicken back into the skillet, then stir in heavy cream. Simmer for 10-15 minutes until the sauce thickens. Garnish with fresh cilantro.
  5. Serve: Serve with basmati rice or naan.

For full details, visit RecipeTin Eats – Butter Chicken.

Butter Chicken, also known as Murgh Makhani, is a classic Indian dish featuring succulent chicken pieces simmered in a rich and creamy tomato-based sauce infused with a blend of Indian spices like garam masala, turmeric, and coriander. The chicken is typically marinated in yogurt and spices before being cooked, resulting in tender, flavorful bites that absorb the creamy sauce perfectly. This butter chicken recipe combines the sweetness of tomatoes, the richness of butter, and the heat of aromatic spices to create a deliciously balanced dish. Serve it with naan, roti, or basmati rice for a complete and satisfying meal.