Rich, creamy, and packed with flavor, this Ultimate Butter Chicken features tender chicken simmered in a velvety tomato-butter sauce infused with aromatic Indian spices. Every bite is comforting, satisfying, and bursting with authentic taste. Served with fluffy basmati rice or warm naan bread, it’s a restaurant-quality dish that’s easy to make at home and guaranteed to impress 🤤🤤
For the Chicken Marinade
700 g (1.5 lb) boneless chicken thighs or breasts, cut into cubes
1 cup plain yogurt
1 tbsp lemon juice
2 garlic cloves, minced
1 tsp grated ginger
1 tsp paprika
1 tsp garam masala
1/2 tsp turmeric
1/2 tsp salt
For the Butter Chicken Sauce
2 tbsp butter
1 tbsp olive oil
1 onion, finely chopped
3 garlic cloves, minced
1 tbsp fresh ginger, grated
2 tbsp tomato paste
1 can (400 g / 14 oz) crushed tomatoes
1 cup heavy cream
1 tsp garam masala
1 tsp paprika
1 tsp cumin
1/2 tsp turmeric
1 tsp salt
1/2 tsp black pepper
1 tsp sugar
Fresh cilantro for garnish
To Serve
Basmati rice
Warm naan bread
Chef Lea’s Secret ✨
Add 1 tablespoon of honey and a small knob of butter at the end of cooking for an extra silky, restaurant-style sauce that tastes absolutely incredible. 🍛🤍😋
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