Butter Chicken Recipe
Make Butter Chicken Recipe in just 1h 15m. Get the full recipe with step-by-step instructions at pekinthechef.com.
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Ingredients
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Method
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- 1
Marinate the chicken
In a large bowl, whisk together yogurt, lemon juice, minced garlic, minced ginger, garam masala, ground coriander, ground cumin, turmeric, chili powder, and salt. Add the chicken pieces and stir until evenly coated. Cover and refrigerate for at least 1 hour (or up to 8 hours) to tenderize and infuse flavor.
- 2
- 3
Sear the chicken
In a large skillet, melt 1 tablespoon (15 ml) of butter over medium-high heat. Sear the chicken pieces in batches until browned on all sides but still slightly undercooked. Transfer to a plate; set aside. Do not discard marinade; reserve it for the sauce.
- 4
Make the tomato base
In the same pan, add the remaining butter if needed. Pour in tomato puree and simmer for 5-8 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the sauce slightly thickens and deepens in color.
- 5
Finish the sauce
Stir the reserved marinade into the tomato sauce. Add heavy cream and simmer gently for 8-10 minutes, until the sauce is creamy and the flavors meld. Taste and season with more salt if needed.
- 6
Cook chicken in sauce
Return the seared chicken to the sauce. Simmer for 6-8 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through and tender. Stir in chopped cilantro right before serving.
