How to make butter chicken recipe at your house kitchen and believe us with this recipe you will have best tasting butter chicken.
This dish is known for its creamy, flavorful sauce and tender chicken pieces. It’s a great option for someone new to cooking Indian cuisine.
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Butter Chicken Recipe
Ingredients:
- Chicken Marinade:
- 500g boneless chicken, cut into pieces
- 1 cup yogurt
- 1 tablespoon ginger garlic paste
- 2 teaspoons red chili powder
- Salt to taste
- 1/2 teaspoon turmeric powder
- 1 teaspoon garam masala
- For the Sauce:
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 1 large onion, finely chopped
- 1 tablespoon ginger garlic paste
- 2 cups tomato puree
- 1/2 cup cream
- 1 teaspoon red chili powder
- 1 teaspoon garam masala
- 1/2 teaspoon turmeric powder
- Salt to taste
- 1 tablespoon sugar (optional)
- Fresh coriander (cilantro) for garnish
- 1/2 cup water (if needed)
Kitchen Tools Needed:
- Mixing bowl
- Pan or skillet
- Blender (for the sauce, if you prefer a smooth texture)
Preparation Steps:
Marinate the Chicken:
- In a bowl, combine the yogurt, ginger garlic paste, red chili powder, salt, turmeric powder, and garam masala.
- Add the chicken pieces to the marinade, ensuring they are well coated. Marinate for at least 1 hour, or overnight for best results.
Cook the Chicken:
- In a pan, heat some oil over medium heat. Add the marinated chicken and cook until it’s browned on all sides and nearly cooked through. Remove and set aside.
Make the Sauce:
- In the same pan, melt butter. Add the onions and sauté until golden brown.
- Add ginger garlic paste and sauté for a couple of minutes.
- Add the tomato puree, red chili powder, garam masala, turmeric, and salt. Cook until the sauce thickens.
- If you like a smooth sauce, blend it using a blender. Return the sauce to the pan.
Combine Chicken and Sauce:
- Add the cooked chicken to the sauce and simmer for about 10 minutes.
- Add cream and simmer for another 5 minutes. If the sauce is too thick, add a little water.
Frying the chicken
Final Touch:
- Taste and adjust the seasoning. Add sugar if you prefer a slight sweetness.
- Garnish with fresh coriander.
Serve:
- Serve hot with basmati rice or naan bread.
Tips for Beginners:
- Marination: Marinating the chicken for a longer time helps in infusing more flavors.
- Heat Level: Adjust the chili powder according to your taste.
- Creaminess: For a richer sauce, you can add more cream.
- Consistency: The sauce can be as smooth or as chunky as you like. If you prefer a smooth sauce, blend the onion-tomato mixture before adding the chicken.
That was all about making butter chicken with the touch of indian taste, Thanks for reading our recipe.
