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Butter chicken
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Butter chicken

Ingredients

  • 500g boneless, skinless chicken, cut into pieces
  • 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
  • 1 onion, finely chopped
  • 3 cloves garlic, crushed
  • 1 tablespoon fresh ginger, grated
  • 2 tablespoons tomato paste
  • 2 tablespoons butter
  • 1 teaspoon garam masala
  • 1 teaspoon paprika
  • 1 teaspoon turmeric
  • 1 teaspoon ground coriander
  • 1/2 teaspoon chili powder (optional, for a spicier dish)
  • 200ml heavy cream
  • 200ml tomato puree
  • Salt to taste
  • Fresh coriander, chopped for garnish.

Butter chicken

Instructions :

  1. In a large skillet, heat the vegetable oil over medium heat. Add the chicken pieces and brown them on all sides. Remove the chicken from the skillet and set aside.
  2. In the same skillet, add the butter and melt. Add the chopped onion and sauté until translucent.
  3. Add the crushed garlic and grated ginger. Sauté for about a minute, constantly stirring.
  4. Add the tomato paste, garam masala, paprika, turmeric, ground coriander, and chili powder (if using). Mix well and cook for a few minutes to allow the spices to release their flavors.
  5. Add the tomato puree and heavy cream. Stir until the sauce is smooth.
  6. Return the chicken pieces to the skillet and coat them with the sauce. Reduce the heat to low, cover the skillet, and simmer for about 15 to 20 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through and tender.
  7. Taste the sauce and adjust the salt as needed.
  8. Garnish the butter chicken with chopped fresh coriander before serving.
  9. Serve the butter chicken hot with basmati rice or naan bread as accompaniments.

Butter chicken is a creamy and fragrant Indian dish beloved worldwide. Its rich flavors and velvety texture make it a comforting and delicious meal.