Butter Chicken

Flavorful Butter Chicken served alongside with white rice and cilantro for garnish

Unbalanced

% Daily Values based on a 2,000 calorie diet

Step 1

Combine yogurt, salt, and 1 Tbsp Garam masala to bowl with diced chicken. Marinate for at least 30 minutes up to overnight -

Step 2

Take chicken and sear in pan for 2-3 minutes or until browned and set aside

Step 3

Add onion to the pan and cook for 3-4 minutes then add garlic and ginger. Cook for an additional 2 minutes

Step 4

Add paprika, cumin, remaining 1 Tbsp Garam Masala, and turmeric to the pan. Cook for 2-3 minutes

Step 5

Add crushed tomatoes and coconut milk to the pan and simmer for 5 minutes. Then add the coconut milk and simmer for an additional 3-4 minutes or until thickened. You may need to add a thickener at this stage. Xantham Gum works great.

Step 6

Add salt and pepper to taste, remove the pan from heat and add the butter. Continuously stir until the butter is melted.

Step 7

Serve over rice and top with cilantro.