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Butter Chicken - Murgh Makhani -CC

Main Dish • Chicken, Dairy, Herb & Spice Blend, Herbs & Spices, Marinade, Rice, Vegetables, Yogurt

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Ingredients

  • Marinade
  • 1 lbs chicken thighs/breast B/S, bite-sized pieces
  • 1 C plain yogurt
  • 2 tsp garam masala
  • 1 tsp turmeric, ground
  • 1 tsp cumin, ground
  • 1/2 tsp Lal Mirch - Red Chili Powder
  • kosher salt, to taste
  • The Rest
  • 2 tbsp ghee
  • 1 large yellow onion, finely chopped
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tbsp fresh ginger, grated
  • 1 tsp coriander, ground
  • 1 tsp Indian paprika
  • 1/2 tsp Indonesian cinnamon, ground
  • 1 14 oz can tomato puree
  • 1 C heavy cream
  • 1 tbsp sugar, optional
  • Fresh coriander, for garnish
  • Cooked rice or roti/naan, for serving

Directions

  • In a bowl, mix yogurt, garam masala, turmeric, cumin, chili powder, and salt. Add the chicken pieces, toss to coat, and marinate for at least 1 hour or overnight in the refrigerator.
  • Heat butter in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the marinated chicken and cook until browned and almost cooked through. Remove and set aside.
  • In the same skillet, sauté onions until soft and golden. Add garlic, ginger, coriander, paprika, and cinnamon. Cook for 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
  • Stir in the tomato puree and simmer for 10 minutes.
  • Add the heavy cream and sugar (if using), stirring to combine. Return the chicken to the skillet and simmer for 10-15 minutes until the chicken is fully cooked and the sauce thickens.
  • Garnish with fresh coriander and serve hot with rice or roti/naan.

Notes

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