"Butter Chicken: A Taste of Tradition, Richness, and Comfort in Every Bite!"


Here's a classic recipe for butter chicken (Murgh Makhani):



Ingredients

For the Chicken Marinade:

  • 500g boneless chicken (cut into cubes)
  • 1/2 cup yogurt
  • 1 tbsp ginger-garlic paste
  • 1 tsp red chili powder
  • 1/2 tsp turmeric powder
  • 1 tsp garam masala
  • 1 tsp coriander powder
  • 1 tbsp lemon juice
  • Salt to taste

For the Gravy:

  • 2 tbsp butter
  • 2 tbsp oil
  • 1 medium onion (finely chopped)
  • 2 large tomatoes (pureed)
  • 1 tbsp ginger-garlic paste
  • 1 tsp red chili powder
  • 1 tsp garam masala
  • 1/2 tsp turmeric powder
  • 1 tsp cumin powder
  • 1/2 cup fresh cream
  • 1 tbsp honey or sugar (optional)
  • 1/4 cup cashew paste (blend soaked cashews with water)
  • 1/2 cup water (adjust as needed)
  • Salt to taste
  • Fresh coriander leaves for garnish

Instructions

Marinate the Chicken:

  1. Mix all the marinade ingredients in a bowl. Add the chicken cubes and coat well.
  2. Cover and refrigerate for at least 1-2 hours (or overnight for best results).

Cook the Chicken:

  1. Heat a grill pan or regular pan and lightly grease it.
  2. Cook the marinated chicken on medium heat until lightly charred and cooked through. Set aside.

Prepare the Gravy:

  1. Heat butter and oil in a pan over medium heat.
  2. Add chopped onions and sauté until golden brown.
  3. Stir in ginger-garlic paste and cook until aromatic.
  4. Add pureed tomatoes, red chili powder, turmeric, garam masala, and cumin powder. Cook until the oil separates.
  5. Stir in cashew paste and cook for another 2-3 minutes.
  6. Add water and bring to a simmer.

Combine:

  1. Add the cooked chicken to the gravy and let it simmer for 5-7 minutes.
  2. Stir in fresh cream and honey/sugar (if using). Adjust salt.

Serve:

Garnish with coriander leaves and a drizzle of cream. Serve hot with naan, roti, or steamed rice.

Enjoy your homemade butter chicken!