Butter Chicken

Butter Chicken

1 servings
The most delecious curry, lets make butter chicken. Its one of my favorite Indian curries and definitely a crowd pleaser and can be done quickly!

Ingredients

  • 2 chicken breast

    250g

  • 4-5 roma tomatoes

    can also use canned peeled tomatoes

  • 1 large red onion
  • 4-5 cloves of garlic
  • 3/4 cup cream

    I used 10%

  • 1 tbsp garam masala
  • 1 tsp turmeric
  • 1 tsp cumin
  • 1 tsp coriander powder
  • 2 tsp kashmiri red chilli powder
  • 1 tbsp sugar
  • 2 tbsp dried fenugreek leaves
  • 2 tbsp yogurt
  • 1 tsp garam masala
  • 0.5 tsp turmeric
  • 0.5 tsp cumin
  • 0.5 tsp coriander powder
  • 1 tsp kashmiri red chilli powder

Directions

  1. 1

    Start by chopping chicken breast into bite size cubes.

  2. 2

    Marinate it with the spices listed above for around an hour (if you have the patience lol).

  3. 3

    Then air fry chicken for 12 minutes at 380F.

  4. 4

    Chop up 1 red onion and tomatoes (roughly).

  5. 5

    Heat up 2 tbsp oil in a pan and add in minced garlic and onions. Let that cook for a few minutes before adding in the tomatoes and cook till the tomatoes are soft. The trick is to add a bit of water and cover (~4-5 minutes).

  6. 6

    Once, soft, add in the spices listed above and blend it up until smooth.

  7. 7

    Add the curry back in the pan, and add sugar, dried fenugreek leaves and cream.

  8. 8

    Mix it all up and the base is ready.

  9. 9

    Add in the cooked chicken and NOW ITS TIME TO ENJOY!

Butter Chicken

Butter Chicken

30 min1 servings

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About this Recipe

Craving a rich, creamy curry that comes together in a flash? This 30-minute Butter Chicken recipe delivers authentic flavors that are sure to be a crowd-pleaser in your home kitchen.

What sets this Butter Chicken apart is its clever use of both fresh and optional canned tomatoes, paired with a symphony of spices like garam masala, turmeric, cumin, and coriander. The quick total time proves you don't need hours to achieve restaurant-quality depth and comfort.

Prepare for tender pieces of chicken breast enveloped in a vibrant, luscious sauce. The generous amount of cream ensures a silky smooth texture, beautifully balanced by the subtle sweetness of sugar and the aromatic depth of dried fenugreek leaves. It's a comforting, satisfying meal that brings the warmth of Indian cuisine to your table.

This recipe uses chicken breast, but for an even richer dish, you could consider chicken thighs. If fresh roma tomatoes aren't handy, the recipe itself notes that canned peeled tomatoes work perfectly. For a different protein, pan-fried paneer or chickpeas would make a delicious vegetarian alternative.

This Butter Chicken is ideal for a cozy family dinner or when entertaining friends. Serve it hot with your favorite rice or fluffy naan bread to soak up every last drop of the exquisite sauce.

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