Butter Chicken
Creamy, tomato-scented chicken finished with butter and a kiss of fenugreek; rich yet balanced, it’s the kind of meal that feels special with minimal fuss. The sauce is simmered until glossy and finished with cream for a velvety finish.
1 ½ lb chicken thighs, boneless, skinless, cut into 1-inch pieces
½ cup plain yogurt, room temperature
1 lemon, juiced
4 clove garlic, minced
1 ginger, grated, about 1 tbsp
1 tsp salt
1 tbsp garam masala
1 tsp ground cumin
1 tsp ground coriander
½ tsp turmeric
1 tsp chili powder
1 tbsp oil
4 tbsp butter, divided
1 cup onion, finely chopped
1 can can, 14 oz crushed tomatoes
1 tsp sugar
½ cup heavy cream
1 tsp dried fenugreek leaves, crushed between fingers
¼ bunch cilantro, chopped for garnish
Nutrition Facts (Per Serving)
Nutritional information is calculated using an ingredient database and should be considered an estimate.
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