Butter Chicken Recipie and cooking method

           Butter Chicken Recipie and cooking method

Here's a delicious Butter Chicken recipe along with the cooking method:

Butter Chicken Recipe

Ingredients

For the Chicken Marinade:

• 500g chicken (boneless, cut into cubes)
• 1 cup yogurt
• 2 tablespoons lemon juice
• 1 tablespoon ginger-garlic paste
• 1 teaspoon turmeric powder
• 1 teaspoon red chili powder
• 1 teaspoon garam masala
• Salt to taste
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For the Sauce:

• 2 tablespoons butter
• 1 tablespoon oil
• 1 large onion (finely chopped)
• 2 teaspoons ginger-garlic paste
• 1 can (400g) crushed tomatoes or 2-3 fresh tomatoes (pureed)
• 1 teaspoon cumin powder
• 1 teaspoon coriander powder
• 1 teaspoon garam masala
• 1/2 teaspoon red chili powder (adjust to taste)
• 1 cup heavy cream
• Salt to taste
• Fresh cilantro for garnish

Method

1. Marinate the Chicken:

   • In a bowl, mix the yogurt, lemon juice, ginger-garlic paste, turmeric, red chili powder, garam masala, and salt.
   • Add the chicken pieces and coat well. Cover and marinate for at least 1 hour (or overnight in the fridge for best flavor).

2. Cook the Chicken:

   • In a large pan, heat a tablespoon of oil over medium heat.
   • Add the marinated chicken (discard excess marinade) and cook until the chicken is browned and cooked through, about 8-10 minutes. Remove and set aside.
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3. Make the Sauce:

   • In the same pan, melt the butter over medium heat. Add the chopped onions and sauté until they are golden brown.
   • Add the ginger-garlic paste and cook for another minute.
   • Stir in the crushed tomatoes and cook for 5-7 minutes until the oil starts to separate from the sauce.
   • Add cumin, coriander, garam masala, red chili powder, and salt. Cook for another 2-3 minutes.

4. Combine:

   • Return the cooked chicken to the pan. Stir to coat the chicken in the sauce.
   • Reduce heat to low and stir in the heavy cream. Simmer for 5-10 minutes until heated through.

5. Serve:

   • Garnish with fresh cilantro. Serve hot with naan, rice, or parathas.
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Enjoy your homemade Butter Chicken!