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Authentic Butter Chicken
Indian
Medium

Authentic Butter Chicken

Rich, creamy, and aromatic butter chicken that rivals restaurant quality.

60 minPriya Sharma

Ingredients

  • 1 lb chicken thighs, cubed
  • 1 cup tomato puree
  • 1/2 cup heavy cream
  • 3 tbsp butter
  • 2 tbsp garam masala
  • 1 tbsp ginger-garlic paste
  • 1 tsp turmeric
  • 1 tsp chili powder
  • Fresh cilantro for garnish

Instructions

  1. 1Marinate chicken with spices for 30 minutes.
  2. 2Sear chicken in butter until golden.
  3. 3Add ginger-garlic paste and cook for 2 minutes.
  4. 4Pour in tomato puree and simmer for 15 minutes.
  5. 5Stir in cream and remaining butter.
  6. 6Simmer until sauce is thick and creamy.
  7. 7Garnish with cilantro and serve with rice.