Indian Butter Chicken (gf) Recipe
Locally raised chicken cooked in a creamy heirloom tomato sauce with exotic Indian spices.
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Ingredients
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Main Ingredients
Method
Cooking Instructions
- 1
Prepare the Chicken
In a large bowl, combine the chicken thighs with half of the garam masala, cumin, coriander, turmeric, chili powder, and salt. Let it marinate for at least 30 minutes.
- 2
Cook the Aromatics
In a large skillet or saucepan, heat a tablespoon of oil over medium heat. Add the chopped onions and sauté until golden brown. Add the minced garlic and grated ginger, cooking for another minute.
- 3
Add the Tomatoes
Stir in the chopped heirloom tomatoes and cook until they break down and become saucy, about 10-15 minutes.
- 4
Cook the Chicken
Add the marinated chicken to the saucepan and cook until no longer pink, about 5-7 minutes.
- 5
Make it Creamy
Pour in the coconut milk and the remaining spices (garam masala, cumin, coriander, turmeric, chili powder). Stir well and let it simmer for 15-20 minutes until the chicken is fully cooked and the sauce thickens.
- 6
Serve
Garnish with fresh chopped cilantro and serve hot with rice or gluten-free naan.
