Butter Chicken – The Creamy & Flavourful Indian
Delight
🏆 Introduction
Butter Chicken, or Murgh Makhani, is one of India's
most beloved dishes. With its creamy tomato-based gravy, tender chicken, and a
perfect balance of spices, Butter Chicken is a must-try for every food lover.
Whether paired with naan or steamed rice, this dish never fails
to impress.
✅ Key Ingredients (Serves 4)
- 500g
boneless chicken (cut into cubes)
- 1
cup plain yogurt
- 1
tbsp lemon juice
- 1
tbsp ginger-garlic paste
- 1
tsp red chilli powder
- 1
tsp turmeric powder
- 1
tsp garam masala
- 1
tsp cumin powder
- 1
tbsp butter (for cooking)
- 1
cup tomato puree
- 1
tbsp cashew paste
- 1/2
cup fresh cream
- 1
tsp dried fenugreek leaves (Kasuri methi)
- 1
tbsp honey
- 1
tsp salt (adjust to taste)
- 1
tbsp oil
- Fresh
coriander (for garnish)
⏳ Cooking Time & Preparation
- Preparation
Time: 15 minutes
- Marination
Time: 2-3 hours (overnight for best results)
- Cooking
Time: 30 minutes
- Total
Time: 3 hours 45 minutes
📌 Stepwise Preparation:
☑️ Marinate the Chicken:
- In a
bowl, mix yoghurt, lemon juice, ginger-garlic paste, red chilli powder,
turmeric, and salt.
- Add
chicken cubes, coat well, and marinate for at least 2 hours.
☑️ Cook the Chicken:
- Heat
oil in a pan and cook the marinated chicken until slightly charred.
- Remove
and set aside.
☑️ Prepare the Gravy:
- In
the same pan, melt butter and add tomato puree, cashew paste, and salt.
- Cook
for 10 minutes until the mixture thickens.
- Add
cream, honey, and dried fenugreek leaves.
☑️ Combine & Simmer:
- Add
the cooked chicken to the gravy and simmer for 10 minutes.
- Adjust
seasoning as needed.
☑️ Final Touch:
- Garnish
with fresh coriander.
- Serve
hot with naan or steamed rice.
📊 Nutritional Value (Per
Serving)
- Calories:
420 kcal
- Protein:
28g
- Carbs:
14g
- Fats:
30g
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