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Creamy Butter Chicken with Garlic Naan: A Must-Try Recipe!

A delicious and creamy butter chicken recipe served with homemade garlic naan.
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Prep Time 1 hour
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 30 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Indian
Calories: 550
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 2 pounds boneless skinless chicken thighs, cut into bite-sized pieces
  • 1 cup plain yogurt
  • 2 tablespoons lemon juice
  • 2 teaspoons ground cumin
  • 2 teaspoons ground coriander
  • 2 teaspoons garam masala
  • 1 teaspoon turmeric
  • 1 teaspoon chili powder
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 4 tablespoons unsalted butter
  • 1 medium onion finely chopped
  • 4 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 tablespoon fresh ginger minced
  • 1 can 15 ounces tomato sauce
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 1 teaspoon sugar
  • Fresh cilantro for garnish
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 3/4 cup warm water
  • 3 cloves garlic minced
  • 2 tablespoons melted butter

Method
 

  1. In a large bowl, combine yogurt, lemon juice, cumin, coriander, garam masala, turmeric, chili powder, and salt. Add chicken pieces, mix well, and marinate for at least 1 hour, preferably overnight in the refrigerator.
  2. In a large skillet, melt butter over medium heat. Add chopped onion and sauté until golden brown, about 5-7 minutes. Stir in garlic and ginger, cooking for an additional 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
  3. Add the marinated chicken to the skillet, cooking until browned on all sides, about 8-10 minutes.
  4. Pour in the tomato sauce and bring to a simmer. Cook for 10 minutes, stirring occasionally.
  5. Reduce heat to low and stir in heavy cream and sugar. Simmer for another 10 minutes until the sauce thickens. Adjust seasoning if necessary.
  6. For the garlic naan, in a bowl, mix flour, baking powder, and salt. Add olive oil and warm water, mixing until a dough forms. Knead for 5 minutes until smooth. Cover and let rise for 1 hour.
  7. Preheat a skillet over medium-high heat. Divide the dough into 6 equal pieces and roll each into a flat oval. Sprinkle minced garlic on top and press lightly.
  8. Cook each naan in the skillet for 2-3 minutes on each side until golden and puffed. Brush with melted butter after cooking.
  9. Serve the butter chicken hot, garnished with fresh cilantro, alongside the garlic naan.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 550kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 30gFat: 35gSaturated Fat: 20gPolyunsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 120mgSodium: 800mgFiber: 2gSugar: 5g

Notes

  • For a spicier dish, add more chili powder or include diced green chilies in the cooking process.
  • Substitute the chicken with paneer or vegetables for a vegetarian option, adjusting cooking times accordingly.

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