Description
Indulge in the rich, creamy goodness of this Authentic Indian Butter Chicken Recipe: The Ultimate Amazing Experience. This dish is a beloved classic, celebrated for its tantalizing blend of spices and velvety sauce that brings warmth and comfort to any meal. Perfect for busy weeknights or special family gatherings, this butter chicken will transport your taste buds straight to India. With tender marinated chicken simmered in a luscious sauce, it’s a delightful experience that even novice cooks can master. Serve it with fluffy rice or warm naan to soak up every drop of that mouthwatering sauce!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1.5 pounds boneless chicken thighs
- 1 cup plain yogurt
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 1 tablespoon garam masala
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1 teaspoon ground coriander
- 1 teaspoon turmeric powder
- 1 teaspoon red chili powder (adjust to taste)
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 4 tablespoons butter
- 1 large onion, finely chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1-inch piece ginger, grated
- 1 can (15 ounces) tomato puree
- 1 cup heavy cream
- Fresh cilantro for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- In a bowl, mix yogurt, lemon juice, garam masala, cumin, coriander, turmeric, red chili powder, and salt. Add chicken pieces; coat well and marinate for at least 1 hour (or overnight).
- In a pan over medium heat, melt butter. Sauté chopped onions until golden brown.
- Add minced garlic and grated ginger; cook for an additional minute.
- Add marinated chicken; cook until fully cooked through (8-10 minutes).
- Stir in tomato puree; simmer for about 10 minutes.
- Reduce heat and gently stir in heavy cream; cook for another 5-7 minutes.
- Garnish with fresh cilantro and serve with rice or naan.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (245g)
- Calories: 351
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 14g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 27g
- Cholesterol: 115mg