Description
Butter chicken, also known as Murgh Makhani, is a beloved Indian dish featuring tender chicken pieces in a rich, creamy tomato sauce. This recipe combines aromatic spices and velvety textures, making it perfect for any gathering or cozy family dinner. Serve it alongside warm naan or fragrant basmati rice for an unforgettable culinary experience that will transport your taste buds straight to the vibrant streets of Delhi.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1.5 lbs boneless, skinless chicken thighs
- 1 cup plain whole milk yogurt
- 2 tbsp garlic-ginger paste
- 4 tbsp unsalted butter
- 1 cup canned tomato puree
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 2 tsp garam masala
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Marinate the chicken: In a bowl, mix yogurt, garlic-ginger paste, salt, and pepper. Add chicken thighs and marinate for at least 1 hour or overnight.
- Sauté spices: Heat butter in a skillet over medium heat. Add cumin seeds until fragrant.
- Cook chicken: Add marinated chicken and brown on all sides (about 5 minutes).
- Create sauce: Pour in tomato puree and garam masala; simmer for about 10 minutes.
- Add cream: Stir in heavy cream and simmer gently until combined.
- Serve: Plate the butter chicken with naan or rice, garnished with fresh cilantro.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Cooking
- Cuisine: Indian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 540
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 780mg
- Fat: 36g
- Saturated Fat: 20g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 14g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 38g
- Cholesterol: 155mg