Authentic Butter Chicken Recipe: A Step-by-Step Guide

Name: Authentic Butter Chicken Recipe: A Step-by-Step Guide
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 25 min
Total time: 40 min
Cuisine: Asian, Indian
Ingredients: 500g boneless, skinless chicken thighs or breasts, cut into bite-sized pieces; 1 cup plain yogurt; 2 tablespoons lemon juice; 2 teaspoons ground cumin; 2 teaspoons garam masala; 1 teaspoon turmeric powder; 1 teaspoon chili powder; 1 teaspoon ground coriander; Salt to taste; 3 tablespoons butter; 1 large onion, finely chopped; 3 cloves garlic, minced; 1 tablespoon grated ginger; 2 teaspoons garam masala; 1 teaspoon ground cumin; 1 teaspoon chili powder; 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional, for extra heat); 1 can (400g) crushed tomatoes; 1 cup heavy cream; 1 teaspoon sugar; Salt to taste; Fresh cilantro, chopped (for garnish)