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Butter Chicken Delight: Easy Steps to Make at Home!

Butter Chicken Delight is a creamy and flavorful Indian dish made with marinated chicken cooked in a rich tomato and cream sauce, perfect for serving with basmati rice or naan.
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Prep Time 1 hour
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 30 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Indian
Calories: 450
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 2 lbs boneless skinless chicken thighs, cut into bite-sized pieces
  • 1 cup plain yogurt
  • 2 tablespoons lemon juice
  • 2 teaspoons ground cumin
  • 2 teaspoons ground coriander
  • 2 teaspoons garam masala
  • 1 teaspoon turmeric
  • 1 teaspoon chili powder
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 4 tablespoons unsalted butter
  • 1 medium onion finely chopped
  • 4 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 tablespoon fresh ginger minced
  • 1 can 15 oz tomato puree
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 1 teaspoon sugar
  • Fresh cilantro for garnish
  • Cooked basmati rice or naan for serving

Method
 

  1. In a large bowl, combine the yogurt, lemon juice, cumin, coriander, garam masala, turmeric, chili powder, and salt. Add the chicken pieces, mix well, and marinate for at least 1 hour, or preferably overnight in the refrigerator for deeper flavor.
  2. In a large skillet or saucepan, melt the butter over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and sauté until golden brown, about 5-7 minutes.
  3. Stir in the minced garlic and ginger, cooking for an additional 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
  4. Add the marinated chicken (including the marinade) to the skillet. Cook for about 10 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the chicken is browned and cooked through.
  5. Pour in the tomato puree and bring to a simmer. Cook for 10 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld.
  6. Reduce the heat to low and stir in the heavy cream and sugar. Simmer for another 5 minutes, adjusting seasoning if necessary.
  7. Serve hot, garnished with fresh cilantro, alongside basmati rice or naan.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 8gProtein: 30gFat: 30gSaturated Fat: 18gPolyunsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 120mgSodium: 800mgFiber: 1gSugar: 5g

Notes

  • For a spicier version, add more chili powder or a chopped green chili during cooking.
  • Substitute chicken with paneer or tofu for a vegetarian option, adjusting cooking times as needed.

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