Butter Chicken Recipe

Name: Butter Chicken
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 boneless chicken breast regular packages of, or thighs, cut into cubes; 1 tablespoon turmeric; 2 onions finely chopped; 2 tablespoons oil; 2 tablespoons unsalted butter; 1 teaspoon garam masala; 1 teaspoon caraway seeds; 1 teaspoon ground cumin; 2 teaspoons sugar; 1 teaspoon garlic paste; 1 teaspoon ginger paste; 1 cup plain yogurt; 1 teaspoon chili powder; 1 tablespoon ground coriander; 1 tomatoes large, finely chopped; salt to taste

Servings: persons

2 boneless chicken breast regular packages of, or thighs, cut into cubes
1 tablespoon turmeric
2 onions finely chopped
2 tablespoons oil
2 tablespoons unsalted butter
1 teaspoon garam masala
1 teaspoon caraway seeds
1 teaspoon ground cumin
2 teaspoons sugar
1 teaspoon garlic paste
1 teaspoon ginger paste
1 cup plain yogurt
1 teaspoon chili powder
1 tablespoon ground coriander
1 tomatoes large, finely chopped
salt to taste

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1. In a large bowl, combine 1 tablespoon of turmeric, 1 teaspoon of salt, 1 cup of yogurt, and the cubed chicken.
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2. Mix well and cover with plastic wrap - put into the fridge to marinate for a few hours or over night
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3. In a pan, heat 2 tablespoons of oil and saute onions until golden brown
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4. Add garlic and ginger paste
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5. Add tomatoe puree and allow to cook for 5 minutes
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6. Add butter
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7. Add the marinated chicken (along with the yogurt) and cook thoroughly
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8. Add garam masala, sugar, chili powder, coriander, and cumin
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9. Cook on medium heat for 15 minutes and add salt to taste
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10. Garnish with fresh cilantro leaves if desired

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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 16 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 boneless chicken breast regular packages of, or thighs, cut into cubes, 1 tablespoon turmeric, 2 onions finely chopped, 2 tablespoons oil, 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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