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 fillets, cubed; 1 md. onion, sliced; 4 tbsp. buttermilk; 1 tsp. fresh ground ginger; 1 tsp. fresh ground garlic; 1 tsp. fine salt; 2 tsp. fine red chilli powder; 2 tsp. powdered cumin corriander blend; 1/2 tsp. tumeric powder; 1 can tomato paste (small); 1 oz. butter for sauteing; 1 cup fresh cream; Chopped corrainder leaves for garnishing

Servings: persons

1 lb. chicken fillets, cubed
1 md. onion, sliced
4 tbsp. buttermilk
1 tsp. fresh ground ginger
1 tsp. fresh ground garlic
1 tsp. fine salt
2 tsp. fine red chilli powder
2 tsp. powdered cumin corriander blend
1/2 tsp. tumeric powder
1 can tomato paste (small)
1 oz. butter for sauteing
1 cup fresh cream
Chopped corrainder leaves for garnishing

1
Mix buttermilk, ginger, garlic and spices together.
2
Add tomato paste.
3
Add washed and cubed chicken to marinade; allow to marinate for 30 minutes.
4
While chicken is marinating, saute the onions in the butter, on medium heat.
5
Add marinated chicken, cook for 15 minutes on medium-low heat.
6
Remove from heat, add fresh cream and stir well.
7
Return to heat, cook for 5 minutes.
8
Garnish with chopped corriander leaves.
9
Serve immediately.

584

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Fat

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Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.
Coconut cream is a reliable plant-based alternative to dairy cream.

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: 1 lb. chicken fillets, cubed, 1 md. onion, sliced, 4 tbsp. buttermilk, 1 tsp. fresh ground ginger, 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.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Butter Chicken

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Variations & substitutions

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