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    Butter Chicken

    Published: Aug 26, 2022 by StaceyRD · This post may contain affiliate links · Leave a Comment

    What is Butter Chicken?

    Similar to Chicken Tikka Masala, Butter Chicken is one of the most popular curries around the world. Butter Chicken has a creamy tomato base with a touch of sweetness. I am sure your entire family will enjoy this easy dish.

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    Butter Chicken

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    Prep Time 1 hour hr 10 minutes mins
    Cook Time 30 minutes mins
    Total Time 1 hour hr 40 minutes mins

    Ingredients
      

    Marinade

    • ½ cup plain Greek yogurt
    • 1 tablespoon lemon juice
    • 1 teaspoon turmeric powder
    • 2 teaspoon garam masala
    • ½ teaspoon cayenne pepper
    • 1 teaspoon ground cumin
    • 1 tablespoon ginger peeled and grated
    • 2 cloves garlic crushed
    • 1 -2 lbs chicken thigh fillets cut into bite size pieces

    Curry

    • 1 large onion, chopped
    • 1 clove garlic minced
    • 1 tablespoon ginger minced
    • 1 ½ teaspoon ground cumin
    • 1 ½ teaspoon garam masala
    • 1 teaspoon ground coriander
    • 14 oz crushed tomatoes
    • 1 teaspoon cayenne pepper
    • ¼ teaspoon kosher salt
    • 1 c heavy cream
    • 1 tablespoon sugar
    • Naan bread
    • 2 cups fully cooked rice

    Instructions
     

    • In a large bowl, combine yogurt, lemon juice, marinade spices and garlic until smooth.
    • Cut the chicken thighs into 1-inch pieces. Sprinkle with the salt, pepper, and remaining marinade ingredients. Cover and refrigerate for at least 1 hour or overnight.
    • When ready to cook, heat olive oil in a large skillet over high heat. When the oil is hot, carefully add the chicken pieces (do not pour remaining marinade into pan). Cook (in batches if necessary), stirring occasionally, until the chicken is cooked through, about 10 minutes.
    • Add a little more oil to the pan if necessary and add the garlic and the onions. Cook, stirring, until both are lightly browned, about 1-2 minutes. Return the chicken to the pan, along with any juices on the plate. Stir in the tomatoes, heavy cream, spices, sugar and water. When it simmers, reduce the heat, cover, and cook for 20 minutes; stir in more water, ¼ cup at a time, if the sauce becomes too thick, letting the sauce cook for a few minutes before adding more.
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