The Butter chicken of your dreams✨

Name: The Butter chicken of your dreams✨
Prep time: 11 min
Cook time: 25 min
Total time: 96 min
Yield: 12
Cuisine: Indian
Ingredients: 8 pieces Chicken breast (cut into bite-sized pieces); 9 cloves Garlic cloves (grated or pounded); 1 tsp Ginger (grated or pounded); 1 tsp Kashmiri Red chili powder; 1 tsp Tandoori spice mix; 2 tsp Garam Masala; 2 tsp Ground coriander; 0.75 tsp Turmeric; 0.25 cup Lemon juice (from 1 whole lemon); As needed tsp Salt (to taste); As needed tsp Pepper (to taste); 3.5 tbsp Plain yogurt; 2 tbsp Ghee

This recipe delivers the butter chicken of your dreams, a rich and flavorful Indian classic. It features tender chicken breasts marinated in a vibrant blend of garlic, ginger, lemon juice, and a selection of aromatic spices including Kashmiri red chili, tandoori mix, garam masala, coriander, and turmeric, finished with a touch of plain yogurt. The marinated chicken is then seared in ghee and simmered in a luscious butter chicken sauce (note: specific sauce ingredients are not detailed in the provided video information). Perfect for feeding a crowd, this recipe is designed to serve 10-12 people, offering a delicious and comforting meal.

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Marinated Chicken

Recipe Information

11m

Prep Time

25m

Cook Time

1h 36m

Total Time

Servings

Medium

Indian

English

Nutrition (per serving)

450

Calories

30g

Protein

20g

Carbs

30g

Fat

Searing Chicken

Ingredients

Servings: 12

💡 Tip: Check off ingredients as you add them to keep track of your progress!

Butter Chicken Simmering

Instructions

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Cut chicken breast into bite-sized pieces. In a large bowl, combine chicken with grated garlic, grated ginger, Kashmiri red chili powder, tandoori spice mix, garam masala, ground coriander, turmeric, lemon juice, salt, and pepper. Mix well to ensure the chicken is evenly coated.
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Cut chicken breast into bite-sized pieces. In a large bowl, combine chicken with grated garlic, grated ginger, Kashmiri red chili powder, tandoori spice mix, garam masala, ground coriander, turmeric, lemon juice, salt, and pepper. Mix well to ensure the chicken is evenly coated.
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Ensure chicken is evenly coated for best flavor absorption.
2
Add plain yogurt to the chicken mixture and mix again. Let the chicken marinate for at least 1 hour, or ideally, overnight in the refrigerator, to tenderize and infuse with flavor.
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Add plain yogurt to the chicken mixture and mix again. Let the chicken marinate for at least 1 hour, or ideally, overnight in the refrigerator, to tenderize and infuse with flavor.
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Marinating longer enhances flavor and tenderness of the chicken.
3
In a large pan or pot, heat ghee over medium-high heat. Add the marinated chicken pieces and cook until browned on all sides and cooked through. You may need to cook in batches to avoid overcrowding the pan.
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In a large pan or pot, heat ghee over medium-high heat. Add the marinated chicken pieces and cook until browned on all sides and cooked through. You may need to cook in batches to avoid overcrowding the pan.
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Do not overcrowd the pan; cook in batches if necessary for even browning and to prevent the chicken from steaming.
4
Transfer the cooked chicken to a pot containing a prepared butter chicken sauce (specific sauce ingredients not detailed in the provided information). Stir well to combine the chicken with the sauce and bring the mixture to a gentle simmer.
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Transfer the cooked chicken to a pot containing a prepared butter chicken sauce (specific sauce ingredients not detailed in the provided information). Stir well to combine the chicken with the sauce and bring the mixture to a gentle simmer.
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Simmer gently to allow flavors to meld without overcooking the chicken.
5
Garnish the butter chicken with fresh cilantro or a swirl of fresh cream, if desired. Serve hot with naan bread, basmati rice, or roti.
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Garnish the butter chicken with fresh cilantro or a swirl of fresh cream, if desired. Serve hot with naan bread, basmati rice, or roti.
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A squeeze of fresh lime juice just before serving can brighten the flavors of the dish.