Recipe of Butter Chicken
Butter Chicken, also known as "Murgh Makhani," is a beloved Indian dish. This recipe offers a simple way to recreate the rich, creamy, and mildly spiced tomato-based curry with tender pieces of chicken. Perfect for a cozy dinner, it's a delightful blend of flavors that will transport your taste buds to India.
Recipe Summary
Preparation
45 min
Servings
4
Difficulty
Easy
Category
Chicken
Ingredients
- 500g boneless chicken, cut into cubes
- 1 cup yogurt
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon ginger-garlic paste
- 1 teaspoon red chili powder
- 1 teaspoon cumin powder
- 1 teaspoon coriander powder
- 1/2 teaspoon garam masala
- Salt to taste
- 3 tablespoons butter
- 2 tablespoons oil
- 1 onion, finely chopped
- 1 teaspoon ginger-garlic paste
- 2 cups tomato puree
- 1/2 cup cream
- 1 teaspoon honey
- Fresh coriander leaves for garnish
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Instructions:
- Marinate the chicken with yogurt, lemon juice, ginger-garlic paste, red chili powder, cumin powder, coriander powder, garam masala, and salt. Let it sit for 30 minutes.
- Heat 2 tablespoons of oil in a pan and cook the marinated chicken until it's no longer pink. Set it aside.
- In the same pan, add 3 tablespoons of butter. Sauté the chopped onions and ginger-garlic paste until they turn golden brown.
- Add tomato puree and cook until the oil separates from the mixture.
- Stir in the cooked chicken, cream, and honey. Simmer for 10 minutes.
- Garnish with fresh coriander leaves.
- Serve hot with naan or steamed rice. Enjoy your homemade Butter Chicken!
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Tips for this recipe
Here are some useful tips to perfectly prepare Butter Chicken and get the best results.
- Always use fresh ingredients for the best flavor
- Prepare all ingredients before starting to cook
- Monitor temperature during cooking to prevent burning
Variations of this recipe
Try these delicious variations of Butter Chicken to give a different touch to your preparation.
- Vegetarian version: substitute meat with plant proteins like tofu or legumes
- Spicy version: add chili peppers or spicy spices to taste
- Healthy version: reduce oil and increase vegetables
Frequently Asked Questions
This recipe has a Easy difficulty level, which means it's accessible for cooks of all levels.
The preparation time is 45 minutes and the cooking time is minutes.
This recipe is designed for 4 servings.
Yes, many ingredients can be substituted with similar alternatives. We recommend checking the recipe variations.
Store the preparation in the refrigerator for up to 3 days in an airtight container. Some preparations can be frozen for up to 3 months.
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