Description
Indulge in the rich and creamy flavors of this classic Indian dish with tender marinated chicken cooked in a flavorful tomato-based sauce enriched with spices and cream. Butter Chicken, also known as Murgh Makhani, is a beloved dish that is sure to impress your family and friends.
Ingredients
Scale
Marinated Chicken:
- 1½ pounds boneless, skinless chicken thighs (cut into bite-sized pieces)
- 1 cup plain Greek yogurt
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 1 tablespoon garam masala
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1 teaspoon ground coriander
- 1 teaspoon turmeric
- 1 teaspoon salt
Sauce:
- 2 tablespoons vegetable oil or ghee
- 1 large onion (finely chopped)
- 3 garlic cloves (minced)
- 1 tablespoon fresh grated ginger
- 1 teaspoon chili powder
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1 (15 oz) can tomato sauce
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 2 tablespoons butter
- Chopped fresh cilantro for garnish
Instructions
- Marinate the Chicken: Combine chicken with yogurt, lemon juice, garam masala, cumin, coriander, turmeric, and salt. Marinate for at least 1 hour.
- Cook the Sauce: Sauté onion, garlic, ginger, chili powder, and paprika. Add marinated chicken, tomato sauce, and simmer. Stir in cream and butter.
- Finish and Serve: Simmer until thick, adjust seasoning, and garnish with cilantro.
Notes
- Serve with basmati rice or naan.
- For a dairy-free version, replace heavy cream with coconut milk.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Indian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 430
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 580mg
- Fat: 28g
- Saturated Fat: 14g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 11g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 32g
- Cholesterol: 135mg
