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Indian Butter Chicken Recipe

A rich and creamy dish with tender chicken pieces in a spiced tomato sauce.
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Preparation Time: 20 minutes
Cook Time: 40 minutes
Total Time: 1 hour
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Indian
Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 450 kcal

Ingredients 

Main Ingredients

  • 500 g Chicken Breast cut into bite-sized pieces
  • 1 cup Yogurt plain
  • 2 tablespoon Butter
  • 1 cup Tomato Puree
  • 1 tablespoon Ginger Garlic Paste
  • 1 teaspoon Garam Masala
  • 1 teaspoon Chili Powder
  • 1 cup Heavy Cream
  • to taste Salt
  • to taste Cilantro chopped, for garnish

Instructions 

  1. 1. Marinate the chicken in yogurt, ginger garlic paste, and salt for at least 30 minutes.
  2. 2. Heat butter in a large skillet over medium heat. Add marinated chicken and cook until browned.
  3. 3. Add tomato puree, garam masala, and chili powder. Cook for 10-15 minutes.
  4. 4. Stir in heavy cream and simmer for another 10 minutes.
  5. 5. Garnish with chopped cilantro and serve hot with naan or rice.

Nutritional Value

Calories: 450kcal | Carbohydrates: 10g | Protein: 30g | Fat: 30g | Saturated Fat: 15g | Cholesterol: 100mg | Sodium: 500mg | Potassium: 700mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 5g | Vitamin A: 500IU | Vitamin C: 10mg | Calcium: 150mg | Iron: 2mg

Keywords

Butter Chicken
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