Butter Chicken Recipe

Name: Butter Chicken
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 3 1/4 lb chicken, cut into 8 pieces; 1/3 cup tandoori paste; 5 1/2 tbsp ghee; 1/4 cup tomato paste; 3/4 inch fresh ginger, peeled, grated; 1 None long green chili, finely sliced; 1 tsp garam masala; 1 tsp cumin; 1 tsp sugar; 1 1/4 cups cream; 1 None lemon, juiced; None None naan, to serve; None None mango chutney, to serve; None None lemon wedges, to serve

Servings: persons

3 1/4 lb chicken, cut into 8 pieces
1/3 cup tandoori paste
5 1/2 tbsp ghee
1/4 cup tomato paste
3/4 inch fresh ginger, peeled, grated
1 None long green chili, finely sliced
1 tsp garam masala
1 tsp cumin
1 tsp sugar
1 1/4 cups cream
1 None lemon, juiced
None None naan, to serve
None None mango chutney, to serve
None None lemon wedges, to serve

1
In a large bowl, combine chicken and tandoori paste. Marinate for 30 mins, or overnight.
2
In a large, heavy-bottomed saucepan, heat ghee over medium heat. Cook chicken for 4-5 mins, until browned on all sides. Set aside.
3
Add tomato paste, ginger, chili, spices and sugar. Cook, stirring, for 1-2 mins. Add 1 cup water and cream. Bring to simmer over medium heat. Return chicken to pan and simmer for 15-20 mins, until chicken is cooked through. Add lemon juice and season.
4
Serve with naan, mango chutney and lemon wedges.

899

kcal

Calories

Fat

Carbs

117

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

No additional tips available.

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 14 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 3 1/4 lb chicken, cut into 8 pieces, 1/3 cup tandoori paste, 5 1/2 tbsp ghee, 1/4 cup tomato paste, 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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