Description
Warm, buttery, and gently spiced, this homemade butter chicken is comfort food with a touch of indulgence. Tender pieces of marinated chicken swim in a rich tomato-cream sauce.
Ingredients
- 1 lb boneless chicken thighs
- 1 cup plain yogurt
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice
- 2 teaspoons ground cumin
- 2 teaspoons ground coriander
- 1 teaspoon garam masala
- 1 teaspoon turmeric
- 1 tablespoon ginger-garlic paste
- 4 tablespoons butter
- 1 large onion, chopped
- 1 can (14 oz) crushed tomatoes
- 1 cup heavy cream
- Salt to taste
- Cooked rice for serving
- Fresh cilantro for garnish
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Instructions
- 1. In a bowl, marinate the chicken with yogurt, lemon juice, cumin, coriander, garam masala, turmeric, and ginger-garlic paste for at least 1 hour.
- 2. In a large pan, melt butter over medium heat, and add chopped onions. Sauté until golden brown.
- 3. Add the marinated chicken to the pan and cook until browned on all sides.
- 4. Pour in crushed tomatoes, add salt, and simmer for 20 minutes, until chicken is cooked through.
- 5. Stir in heavy cream and cook for an additional 5 minutes, adjusting seasoning if necessary.
- 6. Serve hot with cooked rice and garnish with fresh cilantro.