Chicken Makhani (Butter Chicken) Recipe

Name: Chicken Makhani (Butter Chicken)
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1/4 pint yogurt, plain; 1 teaspoon ginger crushed; 1 teaspoon salt; 1/4 teaspoon food coloring red; 3 pounds chicken skinless, cut in, pieces; 1 x vegetable oil; 2 ounces butter; 1 each cinnamon sticks 1 inch; 6 each cloves; 6 each cardamom seeds green; 1 each bay leaves; 1/4 pint sour cream; 1/4 teaspoon saffron threads crushed; 1/4 pint cream; 1 x salt to taste; 2 teaspoons almonds ground; 1/4 teaspoon cornstarch; 1 tablespoon ater

Servings: persons

1/4 pint yogurt, plain
1 teaspoon ginger crushed
1 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon food coloring red
3 pounds chicken skinless, cut in, pieces
1 x vegetable oil
2 ounces butter
1 each cinnamon sticks 1 inch
6 each cloves
6 each cardamom seeds green
1 each bay leaves
1/4 pint sour cream
1/4 teaspoon saffron threads crushed
1/4 pint cream
1 x salt to taste
2 teaspoons almonds ground
1/4 teaspoon cornstarch
1 tablespoon ater

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 375F (190C) oven for 40 to 50 minutes.
5
Save the liquid, if any.
6
In a saucepan, melt butter and fry cinnamon, cloves, cardamoms and bayleaf for 1 minute.
7
Add sour cream and chicken liquid.
8
Add crushed saffron, and cream.
9
Cover and simmer gently for 5 to 6 minutes.
10
Add chicken pieces and adjust seasoning.
11
Add ground almonds.
12
Dissolve cornstarch in water and add to the chicken.
13
Let it thicken.
14
Cover and simmer for 3 to 4 minutes.
15
Remove from heat.
16
Serve with nan.

1000

kcal

Calories

Fat

Carbs

108

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 18 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1/4 pint yogurt, plain, 1 teaspoon ginger crushed, 1 teaspoon salt, 1/4 teaspoon food coloring red, and more.

Yes, Chicken Makhani (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.

Chicken Makhani (Butter Chicken)

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