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Butter Chicken

Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Indian
Keyword: meal-prep, weekend
Prep Time: 30 minutes
Cook Time: 30 minutes
Servings: 4 people
Calories: 753kcal
Butter Chicken is a delicious Indian recipe that is velvety to the mouth and rich in flavor. Not spicy and perfect for the entire family!
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Ingredients

FOR THE CHICKEN MARINADE:

  • 1 cup full-fat yogurt
  • 1 Tbsp garam masala
  • 1 Tbsp osher salt
  • 2 lbs boneless skinless chicken thighs

FOR THE BUTTER CHICKEN CURRY:

  • 4 Tbsp avocado oil
  • 1 yellow onion diced
  • 2- inch ginger finely diced
  • 6 cloves garlic sliced
  • 1 tsp Salt more to taste
  • 1/2 tsp pepper
  • 2 tsp paprika
  • 1 tsp whole cumin
  • 1 Tbsp garam masala
  • 1 1/2 tsp turmeric powder
  • 14 oz crushed tomatoes
  • 2/3 cup water
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 2 Tbsp unsalted butter
  • Fresh cilantro for garnish

Instructions

  • Mix yogurt, garam masala, and kosher salt. Coat chicken thighs with the marinade. Marinate for 30 minutes in the refrigerator.
  • Heat avocado oil. Sauté onion until translucent, then add ginger and garlic. Season with salt, pepper, paprika, cumin, garam masala, and turmeric.
  • Add marinated chicken. Sear until lightly browned. Pour in crushed tomatoes and water. Cover and simmer for 15-20 minutes.
  • Uncover, pour in heavy cream, and stir gently. Add unsalted butter and stir until sauce is smooth.
  • Ladle creamy Butter Chicken onto plates. Garnish with fresh cilantro. Pair with rice, naan, or your preferred side.

Nutrition

Calories: 753kcal | Carbohydrates: 19g | Protein: 51g | Fat: 53g | Saturated Fat: 23g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 5g | Monounsaturated Fat: 21g | Trans Fat: 0.3g | Cholesterol: 306mg | Sodium: 2711mg | Potassium: 1127mg | Fiber: 4g | Sugar: 10g | Vitamin A: 1879IU | Vitamin C: 14mg | Calcium: 196mg | Iron: 4mg