Recipe: Butter Chicken
Description: Indulge in the rich and aromatic flavors of this classic Butter Chicken recipe from lovewithrecipes.com. Perfect for lunch or a satisfying snack, this dish is sure to tantalize your taste buds with its blend of Asian and Indian spices.
Rating: ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ (4.5 stars based on 13 reviews)
Servings: 6
Nutritional Information (per serving):
- Calories: 466.3
- Fat: 30.5g
- Saturated Fat: 15.1g
- Cholesterol: 159.7mg
- Sodium: 329.5mg
- Carbohydrates: 17.6g
- Fiber: 3.1g
- Sugar: 9.5g
- Protein: 32.7g
Ingredients:
| Quantity | Ingredient |
|---|---|
| 1 3/4 lbs | Boneless skinless chicken breast halves |
| 1 | Lemon juice |
| 1 tsp | Chili powder |
| To taste | Salt |
| 1 cup | Yoghurt (strained) |
| 2 tbsp | Garlic paste |
| 2 tsp | Garam masala |
| 2 tbsp | Butter |
| 1 tsp | Chili powder |
| 2 tbsp | Olive oil |
| 2 tbsp | Ginger paste |
| 1 | Green chili pepper |
| 1 cup | Tomato puree |
| To taste | Salt |
| 1 tsp | Garam masala |
| 1 cup | Water |
| 1 tbsp | Honey |
| 1 tbsp | Fenugreek leaves |
| 1 cup | Heavy cream |
Preparation Time: 1 hour
Cooking Time: 25 minutes
Total Time: 1 hour 25 minutes
Instructions:
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Marinating the Chicken:
- In a non-porous glass dish or bowl, combine the chicken with lemon juice, 1 tablespoon of chili powder, and salt, ensuring the chicken is evenly coated. 🍋
- Cover the dish and refrigerate for 1 hour to allow the flavors to meld.
- Drain the yoghurt in a cloth for 15-20 minutes to remove excess moisture.
- In a separate medium bowl, mix the strained yoghurt with salt, garlic paste, garam masala, butter, 1 teaspoon of chili powder, ginger paste, lemon juice, and olive oil.
- Pour the yoghurt mixture over the marinated chicken, cover, and refrigerate for an additional 3-4 hours to enhance the flavor profile. 🥣
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Baking the Chicken:
- Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Thread the marinated chicken onto skewers.
- Place the skewers in a 9×13-inch baking dish and bake in the preheated oven for 20 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through and tender. 🍗
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Preparing the Sauce:
- In a saucepan over medium heat, melt the butter.
- Add garam masala to the melted butter and cook until it starts crackling.
- Stir in ginger and garlic pastes, as well as diced green chili peppers, sautéing until tender.
- Add tomato puree, chili powder, salt, garam masala, and water to the saucepan, bringing the mixture to a boil.
- Reduce the heat to low and simmer the sauce.
- Stir in honey and fenugreek leaves to add depth and sweetness to the sauce. 🍯
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Combining Chicken and Sauce:
- Place the baked chicken skewers into the simmering sauce mixture.
- Continue cooking for an additional 5 minutes, or until the chicken is no longer pink inside, and the flavors have melded together beautifully.
- Finally, stir in the fresh cream to add richness and creaminess to the sauce. 🥛
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Serving Suggestions:
- Serve the Butter Chicken hot, garnished with fresh coriander leaves and accompanied by fluffy rice or warm naan bread for a truly authentic dining experience. Enjoy the burst of flavors with every bite! 🍽️
Indulge in the irresistible aroma and flavors of this Butter Chicken recipe, guaranteed to satisfy your cravings and impress your guests with its rich and creamy sauce and tender, flavorful chicken. Whether for a casual weeknight dinner or a special occasion, this dish is sure to become a favorite in your recipe collection!
