Easy To Make Butter Chicken Recipe

Name: Easy To Make Butter Chicken
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1/3 cup natural yoghurt; 1/8 cup ground almonds; 1/4 tablespoon chili powder; 1/2 bay leaf; 1 pinch ground cloves; 1 pinch cinnamon; 1/4 teaspoon garam masala; 1 cardamom pod; 1/4 teaspoon ginger; 1/2 cup tomatoes; 1/4 teaspoon garlic; 1/4 teaspoon salt; 1 medium chicken breast, Cubed; 2 tablespoons butter; 1/2 tablespoon oil; 1/2 onion, Diced; 1/2 tablespoon coriander; 2 tablespoons cream

Servings: persons

1/3 cup natural yoghurt
1/8 cup ground almonds
1/4 tablespoon chili powder
1/2 bay leaf
1 pinch ground cloves
1 pinch cinnamon
1/4 teaspoon garam masala
1 cardamom pod
1/4 teaspoon ginger
1/2 cup tomatoes
1/4 teaspoon garlic
1/4 teaspoon salt
1 medium chicken breast, Cubed
2 tablespoons butter
1/2 tablespoon oil
1/2 onion, Diced
1/2 tablespoon coriander
2 tablespoons cream

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1.Dice chicken into small pieces.
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2.Combine chilli powder, cloves, garam masala, ginger, garlic, coriander, cinnamon, cardamom, salt and pepper. Coat chicken in the spices.
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3.Dice onion and cook in oil and butter until tender, but not brown.
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4.Add spice-coated diced chicken and onion and cook gently.
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5.When chicken is partially cooked, add bay leaf, tomatoes and the almonds. Continue to cook until mixture has reduced and chicken is tender. Cook slowly. Add a little water if it reduces too quickly.
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6.Add yoghurt and cream before serving. Taste to check flavour.
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7.Serve with long grain rice.

224

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Fat

Carbs

Protein

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* 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 18 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1/3 cup natural yoghurt, 1/8 cup ground almonds, 1/4 tablespoon chili powder, 1/2 bay leaf, and more.

Yes, Easy To Make 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.

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Easy To Make Butter Chicken

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Variations & substitutions

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