Get ready to indulge in the rich, buttery goodness of Butter Chicken – a beloved Indian dish that is sure to impress your taste buds and your guests!
While it may sound complicated to make, Butter Chicken is actually surprisingly easy and straightforward to prepare, with most of the ingredients can be found at your local supermarket. Tender pieces of chicken are marinated in a blend of yogurt, spices, and lemon juice, which help to tenderize and infuse the meat with bold flavors.
The marinated chicken is then cooked in a creamy tomato-based sauce that is laced with fragrant spices and a generous dollop of butter. This combination of spices and butter makes the dish incredibly flavorful and indulgent, without being too heavy or overwhelming.
Butter Chicken is a versatile dish that can be customized to suit your tastes. Adjust the heat level by adding more or less chili powder, or swap out the chicken for paneer or tofu to make it vegetarian. And while the dish is traditionally served with rice, it pairs just as well with naan or roti for a delicious and filling meal.
So why not give Butter Chicken a try? With its easy-to-follow recipe and mouth-watering flavors, it’s sure to become a staple in your recipe repertoire. Whether you’re looking for a cozy meal for two or a crowd-pleasing dish for a party, Butter Chicken is the perfect option that everyone will love.
Butter Chicken
Ingredients
For Chicken Marination (First Marination)
For Chicken Marination (Second Marination)
Other ingredients:
Instructions
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Combine all ingredients for the first marination of chicken. Add chicken breast and mix well. Set aside to marinate for at least 20 mins
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For all other ingredients, pour water into a large pot and add all the ingredients to a boil. Set the heat on medium-high and boil all ingredients until the tomatoes are very soft.
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While the tomatoes are boiling, prepare the second marination. Combine all the ingredients for the second marination in a big bowl.
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Take the first marination out and squeeze all the liquid from the chicken. Add chicken into the second marination and mix well. Set aside for 30 mins.
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Once the tomatoes are soft, switch off the heat and set them aside to cool off before putting them into the blender.
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Blend the tomato mixture until very smooth.
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Strain all the sauce into a bowl.
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Next, grill your chicken on a griller or you can also do it in the oven. If you use the oven, set the temperature to 375F and grill for 15 mins.
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Once the chicken is all grilled, set aside and move on to cook the sauce.
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In a pot, melt butter and add chopped ginger and green chili. Sauté for a few minutes.
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Transfer the blended sauce to the pot and let it simmer for 10 mins.
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Add in the chicken and continue to simmer for another 10 mins. Add in the fenugreek leaves, sugar, and salt. Continue to stir and lastly add in the fresh cream. Let it simmer for another 10 mins.
