Jul 14 2026
RestaurantsThe BistroButter Chicken Recipe

Butter Chicken Recipe

Inspired by The Bistro
Time1h
Serves4

aromatic basmati, seasonal vegetables

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Ingredients

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Butter Chicken

Aromatic Basmati Rice

Seasonal Vegetables

Method

Butter Chicken

  1. 1

    Prepare the Chicken

    Cut the chicken thighs into bite-sized pieces and season with salt and cayenne pepper.

  2. 2

    Cook the Aromatics

    In a large pan, melt the butter over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and sauté until translucent, about 5 minutes.

  3. 3

    Add Garlic and Ginger

    Stir in the minced garlic and grated ginger, cooking for another 2 minutes until fragrant.

  4. 4

    Cook the Chicken

    Add the seasoned chicken pieces to the pan and cook until browned on all sides, about 7-10 minutes.

  5. 5

    Add Spices and Tomato Puree

    Stir in garam masala, cumin, coriander, turmeric, and tomato puree. Cook for another 5 minutes, allowing flavors to meld.

  6. 6

    Add Cream

    Reduce heat to low, and slowly stir in the heavy cream. Simmer for another 10 minutes.

  7. 7

    Garnish

    Remove from heat and garnish with chopped cilantro before serving.

Aromatic Basmati Rice

  1. 8

    Rinse the Rice

    Rinse the basmati rice under cold water until the water runs clear to remove excess starch.

  2. 9

    Cook the Rice

    In a saucepan, combine the rinsed rice, water, salt, cardamom pods, cloves, and bay leaf. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low, cover, and let simmer for 15-20 minutes until the rice is fluffy.

  3. 10

    Fluff the Rice

    Remove from heat and let it sit covered for 5 minutes. Fluff with a fork before serving.

Seasonal Vegetables

  1. 11

    Prepare the Vegetables

    Slice the carrot and dice the bell pepper and zucchini.

  2. 12

    Cook the Vegetables

    In a separate pan, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add the sliced carrot, bell pepper, and zucchini. Sauté for 5-7 minutes until tender, seasoning with salt and pepper to taste.

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