Here's a simple recipe for classic Butter Chicken:
Ingredients:
- 1.5 lbs boneless, skinless chicken breast or thigh, cut into bite-sized pieces
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 1 large onion, finely chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tablespoons ginger, grated
- 1 cup tomato puree
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 2 teaspoons garam masala
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1 teaspoon turmeric
- 1 teaspoon cumin
- 1/2 teaspoon chili powder
- Salt, to taste
- Fresh cilantro, for garnish
- Rice or naan bread, for serving
Instructions:
- Heat the butter in a large saucepan over medium heat.
- Add the onion and cook until softened, about 5 minutes.
- Add the garlic and ginger and cook for another minute.
- Add the tomato puree, heavy cream, garam masala, paprika, turmeric, cumin, chili powder, and salt. Stir to combine.
- Bring the sauce to a simmer, then reduce the heat to low and let it cook for 10 minutes.
- Add the chicken to the sauce and let it cook until fully cooked, about 10-15 minutes.
- Serve the Butter Chicken hot with rice or naan bread and garnished with fresh cilantro.
I hope you find this recipe helpful and enjoy making your own delicious Butter Chicken.
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