Butter Chicken Recipe

Name: Butter Chicken
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 lb chicken thighs, trimmed, quartered; 3 tbsp butter chicken curry paste; 3/4 cup low-fat plain yogurt; 2 tsp garam masala; 2 cloves garlic, minced; 2 tsp vegetable oil; 1 cup tomato puree; 1/4 cup heavy cream; 3 tbsp fresh cilantro, chopped; 10.5 oz green beans, trimmed, halved; 2 tbsp sliced almonds; 4 slices sourdough bread, to serve

Servings: persons

1 lb chicken thighs, trimmed, quartered
3 tbsp butter chicken curry paste
3/4 cup low-fat plain yogurt
2 tsp garam masala
2 cloves garlic, minced
2 tsp vegetable oil
1 cup tomato puree
1/4 cup heavy cream
3 tbsp fresh cilantro, chopped
10.5 oz green beans, trimmed, halved
2 tbsp sliced almonds
4 slices sourdough bread, to serve

1
Combine chicken, curry paste, yogurt, garam masala and 1 clove garlic. Cover and chill for 10 mins to marinate.
2
Heat 1 tsp oil over medium-high heat. Add chicken mixture and cook for 5 mins. Add tomato puree. Season. Bring to a boil, reduce heat and simmer, covered, for 20 mins, or until chicken is cooked through. Add cream and cook for 2 mins. Remove from heat. Add chopped cilantro.
3
Meanwhile, cook beans in boiling salted water for 3 mins, or until just tender. Drain. Heat remaining oil, add remaining garlic and cook for 30 seconds, or until fragrant. Add beans and toss to combine. Season.
4
Distribute butter chicken and beans between serving bowls. Sprinkle with almonds. Serve with bread.

401

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 12 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 lb chicken thighs, trimmed, quartered, 3 tbsp butter chicken curry paste, 3/4 cup low-fat plain yogurt, 2 tsp garam masala, and more.

Yes, Butter Chicken falls under the Meat & Poultry category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

Butter Chicken

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