Butter Chicken Recipe

Name: Butter Chicken
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 3 tablespoons butter; 1 large onion, cut into thin wedges; 1/4 teaspoon cinnamon; 2 cloves garlic, crushed; 2 teaspoons crushed fresh ginger; 1/2 teaspoon turmeric; 1 teaspoon ground red chili pepper; 1 tablespoon coriander powder; 500 g diced chicken (, breast or thigh fillet); 1/4 cup ground almonds; 1 (225 g) can peeled whole tomatoes (with juice); 1 tablespoon tomato paste; 1/2 cup natural yoghurt

Servings: persons

3 tablespoons butter
1 large onion, cut into thin wedges
1/4 teaspoon cinnamon
2 cloves garlic, crushed
2 teaspoons crushed fresh ginger
1/2 teaspoon turmeric
1 teaspoon ground red chili pepper
1 tablespoon coriander powder
500 g diced chicken (, breast or thigh fillet)
1/4 cup ground almonds
1 (225 g) can peeled whole tomatoes (with juice)
1 tablespoon tomato paste
1/2 cup natural yoghurt

1
In a large pan, heat the butter until it is frothy.
2
Add the onions and the cinnamon to the pan and fry lightly.
3
When the onions are soft, stir in the garlic and ginger, then add the turmeric, chilli and coriander, and saute over a medium heat.
4
Add the chicken and saute stirring constantly until the chicken meat turns white.
5
Add the ground almonds, tomatoes and tomato paste.
6
Mix thoroughly, cover and simmer for 20-30 minutes.
7
Add the yoghurt and heat through gently before serving.

356

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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 13 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 3 tablespoons butter, 1 large onion, cut into thin wedges, 1/4 teaspoon cinnamon, 2 cloves garlic, crushed, 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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