Butter Chicken

Butter chicken, also known as murgh makhani, is a popular Indian dish that originated in the Punjab region. It is a rich and flavorful curry dish made with chicken, butter, cream, and a blend of aromatic spices.

Ingredients

1 lb. boneless chicken, cut into bite-sized pieces

2 tablespoons butter

1 tablespoon vegetable oil

1 large onion, finely chopped

3 cloves of garlic, minced

1-inch piece of ginger, grated

2 teaspoons garam masala

1 teaspoon ground cumin

1 teaspoon ground coriander

1 teaspoon turmeric powder

1 teaspoon chili powder (adjust to taste)

1 cup tomato puree

1 cup heavy cream

1 tablespoon sugar

– Salt to taste

Fresh cilantro leaves, chopped (for garnish)

Instructions

Heat the vegetable oil and butter in a large pan over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and sauté until it becomes golden brown.

Add the minced garlic and grated ginger to the pan. Cook for another minute until fragrant.

In a small bowl, mix together the garam masala, ground cumin, ground coriander, turmeric powder, and chili powder. Add this spice mixture to the pan and cook for a minute, stirring constantly.

Add the chicken pieces to the pan and cook until they are browned on all sides, about 5-7 minutes.

Pour in the tomato puree and stir well to combine. Reduce the heat to low, cover the pan, and let it simmer for about 15-20 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through and tender.

Stir in the heavy cream, sugar, and salt. Simmer for an additional 5 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld together.

Taste the sauce and adjust the seasonings according to your preference. If you prefer a spicier dish, you can add more chili powder at this stage.

Once the butter chicken is cooked and the flavors have developed, remove it from the heat. Garnish with chopped cilantro leaves.

Serve the butter chicken hot with steamed rice or naan bread.

Enjoy your homemade butter chicken!

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Butter Chicken