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Butter Chicken

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1h 30min

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6 servings

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Butter Chicken is a classic Indian dish featuring tender chicken pieces in a creamy, mildly spiced tomato-based sauce. The chicken is marinated in yogurt and spices, then cooked in a buttery, aromatic curry. Serve with steamed rice or naan bread for a satisfying and flavorful meal that's perfect for any occasion.

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Fiber
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1 g
4 g
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Milk

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1
Marinate the chicken

Cut chicken into bite-sized pieces. In a bowl, mix yogurt, 1 tsp garam masala, turmeric, cumin, 1 tsp salt. Add chicken, coat well. Chill 30 min.

2
Prepare the sauce base

Finely chop onion. Mince garlic and ginger. In a large skillet, melt butter over medium heat. Add onion, sauté until soft, 5 min.

3
Add spices

Stir in remaining garam masala, paprika, cayenne, 1 tsp salt. Cook until fragrant, 1 min.

4
Add tomato and chicken

Add tomato puree. Simmer 10 min. Stir in marinated chicken with yogurt. Simmer until chicken is cooked through, 15 min.

5
Finish the dish

Stir in heavy cream and lemon juice. Simmer 5 min more. Taste, adjust salt. Serve hot.

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