Chicken Makhani (Butter Chicken) - Burlington County Agricultural Center

Chicken Makhani (Butter Chicken) - Burlington County Agricultural Center

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Buttery chicken thighs in a rich tomato-ginger sauce with garam masala spices. Perfect for main courses at home or gatherings. Serve with rice.

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Ingredients

  • 2 to 3 lbs. cubed boneless skinless chicken thighs ((can use chicken breast also))
  • 1 medium onion, quartered
  • 2 medium tomatoes
  • 2 Tbsp ginger paste
  • 2 Tbsp garlic paste.
  • 2 Tbsp. dried fenugreek
  • 1 or 2 spicy green chilis
  • 2 sticks of butter
  • ¼ cup of tomato ketchup
  • 2 heaping Tbsp Indian Curry Paste (Hot/Mild - Patak brand if available)
  • 1 Tbsp salt (can add more per taste)
  • 1 tsp cayenne pepper (for more heat)
  • 1/2 cup roasted unsalted cashews.
  • 1 Tbsp. smoked paprika
  • 2 to 3 medium sized potatoes (optional)
  • ¼ cup of fresh chopped parsley or coriander (garnish)
  • 1 inch stick of cinnamon
  • 7-8 green cardamom pods
  • 8 whole cloves
  • 1 Tbsp whole cumin seeds
  • 1 Tbsp whole coriander seeds
  • 2 star anise
  • 10 black peppercorns
  • 2 bay leaf

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