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butter chicken

butter-chicken

About

Butter Chicken, also known as Murgh Makhani, is a popular Indian dish known for its rich and creamy sauce. The dish was traditionally cooked in a tandoor, but variations of it can now be prepared on the stove or in an oven. The chicken is marinated in a mixture of yogurt and spices, and then cooked and tossed in a rich tomato-based sauce with melted butter and cream. The dish is generally served with naan or rice and makes a comforting meal.

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Recipe

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Ingredients

boneless chicken

500 grams

plain yogurt

1 cup

lemon juice

1 tablespoon

tumeric powder

2 teaspoons

garam masala

2 teaspoons

red chili powder

2 teaspoons

butter

3 tablespoons

tomato puree

1 cup

heavy cream

1 cup

honey

2 tablespoons

Salt to taste

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Directions

Step 1:

Mix together the yogurt, lemon juice, tumeric, garam masala, red chili powder, and salt in a bowl.

Step 2:

Add the chicken pieces to the marinade and refrigerate for at least 1 hour.

Step 3:

Melt the butter in a large pan over medium heat.

Step 4:

Add the marinated chicken and cook until browned on all sides.

Step 5:

Add the tomato puree and cook for another 2-3 minutes.

Step 6:

Stir in the heavy cream and honey, and let the mixture simmer for around 10-15 minutes until the sauce has thickened.

Step 7:

Serve the butter chicken with naan or steamed rice.

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