Butter Chicken (Chicken Makhani) Recipe

Name: Butter Chicken (Chicken Makhani) Recipe
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1/4 pt Yogurt, plain; 1 tsp Ginger, crushed; 1 tsp Salt; 1/4 tsp Red food colouring; 3 lb Chicken, skinless, cut in pcs Oil; 2 ounce Butter; 1 x Cinnamon stick -- 1 inch; 6 x Cloves; 6 x Green cardamoms; 1 x Bay leaf; 1/4 pt Lowfat sour cream; 1/4 tsp Saffron, crushed; 1/4 pt Cream Salt, to taste; 2 tsp Almonds, grnd; 1/4 tsp Cornstarch; 1 Tbsp. ,Water

Servings: persons

1/4 pt Yogurt, plain
1 tsp Ginger, crushed
1 tsp Salt
1/4 tsp Red food colouring
3 lb Chicken, skinless, cut in pcs Oil
2 ounce Butter
1 x Cinnamon stick -- 1 inch
6 x Cloves
6 x Green cardamoms
1 x Bay leaf
1/4 pt Lowfat sour cream
1/4 tsp Saffron, crushed
1/4 pt Cream Salt, to taste
2 tsp Almonds, grnd
1/4 tsp Cornstarch
1 Tbsp. ,Water

1
Mix yogurt, ginger, salt and red coloring and rub into chicken.
2
Let it marinate overnight.
3
Place in an ovenproof dish and brush with oil.
4
Bake in a 375 degree oven for 40-50 min.
5
Save the liquid, if any.
6
In a saucepan, heat butter and fry cinnamon, cloves, cardamoms and bayleaf for 1 minute.
7
Add in lowfat sour cream and chicken liquid.
8
Add in crushed saffron, and cream.
9
Cover and simmer gently for 5-6 min.
10
Add in chicken pcs and adjust seasoning.
11
Add in grnd almonds.
12
Dissolve cornstarch in water and add in to the chicken.
13
Let it thicken.
14
Cover and simmer for 3-4 min.
15
Remove from heat.
16
Serve with nan.
17
Serving Ideas : Nan makes a pleasant accompaniment to this dish.
18
NOTES : Orange food coloring can be used in place of the red.

779

kcal

Calories

Fat

Carbs

108

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.
Leave out the nuts to make it nut-free, or swap in seeds for a similar crunch.
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 16 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1/4 pt Yogurt, plain, 1 tsp Ginger, crushed, 1 tsp Salt, 1/4 tsp Red food colouring, and more.

Yes, Butter Chicken (Chicken Makhani) Recipe 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!