Himalayan Butter Chicken Recipe
Juicy pieces of tender chicken bathed in a velvety, aromatic buttery sauce, infused with Himalayan spices. Served alongside fragrant rice or warm naan.
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Ingredients
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Himalayan Butter Chicken
Method
Cooking Instructions
- 1
Prepare the Chicken
In a large bowl, season the chicken thighs with salt, pepper, and half of the Himalayan spice blend. Let it marinate for at least 30 minutes.
- 2
Cook the Onions
In a large skillet, melt the butter over medium heat. Add the chopped onions and sauté until they are soft and translucent.
- 3
Add Garlic and Ginger
Stir in the minced garlic and grated ginger, cooking for another 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
- 4
Cook the Chicken
Add the marinated chicken to the skillet and cook until browned on all sides, about 6-8 minutes.
- 5
Add Tomato Puree and Cream
Pour in the tomato puree and heavy cream, and stir to combine. Bring the mixture to a gentle simmer.
- 6
Season the Sauce
Add the remaining Himalayan spice blend, salt, and black pepper. Let the sauce simmer for about 15-20 minutes, until the chicken is cooked through and the sauce thickens.
- 7
Garnish and Serve
Once cooked, garnish with fresh cilantro and serve with basmati rice or naan.
