
By Shicocooks
Butter Chicken
12 steps
Prep:10minCook:30min
Indulge in this Butter Chicken recipe, where marinated chicken meets a luxurious tomato-based sauce. Grilled to perfection on a Cusimax Smokeless Electric Grill, the chicken absorbs smoky goodness. Infused with traditional spices, ginger, and garlic, it's simmered in creamy richness. Finished with double cream and fresh coriander, this dish is a fusion of flavours and textures, elevated by Cusimax's Hot Plate and Smokeless Electric Grill. Enjoy with Naan or rice for an unforgettable meal.
Get your Cusimax products here:
https://www.cusimax.com/
Updated at: Tue, 21 Nov 2023 07:55:36 GMT
Nutrition balance score
Unbalanced
Glycemic Index
19
Low
Glycemic Load
3
Low
Nutrition per serving
Calories648.9 kcal (32%)
Total Fat49.2 g (70%)
Carbs18.1 g (7%)
Sugars8.5 g (9%)
Protein29.9 g (60%)
Sodium1538.2 mg (77%)
Fiber3.8 g (14%)
% Daily Values based on a 2,000 calorie diet
Ingredients
4 servings
For the Chicken Marinade:

500gchicken thighs boneless skinless

1 Tbspolive oil

1 tspsalt

1 tspgaram masala

1 tspturmeric

1 tspcumin seeds
freshly ground

1 tspkashmiri chilli powder

1 tspcoriander seeds
freshly ground

1 tspginger paste

1 tspgarlic paste

100gplain yogurt
For the Sauce:

1 Tbspvegetable oil

1 Tbspbutter

1cinnamon stick

1yellow onion
diced

1 tspginger paste

1 tspgarlic paste

1 tspsalt

1 tspgaram masala

1 tspturmeric

1 tspcumin seeds
freshly ground

1 tspkashmiri chilli powder

1 tspcoriander seeds
freshly ground

400gcan chopped tomatoes

1 handfulcashew nuts

200mldouble cream
For Garnish:
Instructions
Step 1

Begin by marinating the chicken. Remove the bones and skin from the chicken thighs and cut them into bite-sized pieces.
Step 2

Transfer the chicken to a bowl and add all the ingredients for the chicken marinade. Mix thoroughly, cover with cling film, and allow the chicken to marinate for at least 30 minutes (or overnight in the refrigerator).
Step 3

Once the chicken is marinated, preheat the Cusimax smokeless grill to 200°C and lightly brush it with a bit of oil.
Step 4

Thread the marinated chicken onto skewers and grill until golden on all sides. Note that the chicken doesn't need to be fully cooked at this stage, as it will be finished in a pan later.
Step 5

Remove the chicken from the grill and set it aside.
Step 6

Meanwhile, let's prepare the sauce. Heat the oil and butter in a pan. Add the cinnamon stick and warm it for 1-2 minutes.
Step 7

Add the diced onion and cook for about 2 minutes until fragrant. Then add the ginger and garlic paste, along with all the spices. Mix well and cook for a few more minutes. Next, add the chopped tomatoes, cover with a lid, and cook for 8-10 minutes.
Step 8

Add the cashew nuts and double cream to the pan. Bring the mixture to a boil.
Step 9

Discard the cinnamon stick and transfer the sauce to a food processor or blender and blend until smooth.
Step 10

Return the blended sauce to the pan. Add the grilled chicken, mix well, and cook for an additional 10 minutes.
Step 11

When serving, drizzle more cream over the chicken and garnish with fresh coriander leaves.
Step 12

Enjoy your Butter Chicken with Naan or over rice.