Jul 14 2026
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Butter Chicken Recipe

Inspired by R & R's Curry Express
Time1h 30m
Serves4

Chicken cooked in a creamy tomato sauce.

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Ingredients

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Marinade

Sauce

Method

Marinade

  1. 1

    Prepare the Marinade

    In a large bowl, combine the yogurt, grated ginger, minced garlic, garam masala, turmeric powder, red chili powder, and salt. Mix well.

  2. 2

    Marinate the Chicken

    Add the chicken thighs to the yogurt mixture, coating them evenly. Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 1 hour, preferably overnight for deeper flavor.

Cooking

  1. 3

    Cook the Chicken

    In a large skillet or pan over medium heat, melt the butter. Add the marinated chicken (discard the excess marinade) and cook until browned on all sides, about 5-7 minutes.

  2. 4

    Sauté the Onion

    Add the finely chopped onion to the skillet and sauté until soft and translucent, about 3-4 minutes.

  3. 5

    Add Tomato Puree

    Stir in the tomato puree, mixing well. Bring to a simmer and let it cook for about 10 minutes, allowing the sauce to thicken and the flavors to meld.

  4. 6

    Finish with Cream

    Lower the heat and stir in the heavy cream. Let it simmer for an additional 5 minutes until the sauce is creamy and the chicken is cooked through.

  5. 7

    Serve

    Garnish with chopped cilantro and serve hot with rice or naan.

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