Recipe: A Flavourful Tribute to Butter Chicken

Ingredients

• 1 lb boneless chicken thighs, cubed
• 1 lb chicken breast, cubed
• 1/2 cup plain Greek yogurt
• 6 cloves garlic, freshly grated
• 1 tbsp ginger, freshly grated
• 2 tsp lemon juice
• 1/2 tsp garam masala
• 1 tsp ground cumin
• 1 tsp ground coriander
• 1/2 tsp turmeric
• 1/2 tsp paprika
• 1 tsp salt
• 2 tbsp ghee
• 1 tbsp olive oil
• 1 shallot, finely minced
• 1 1/2 tsp ground cumin
• 1 tsp powdered ginger (optional; adds depth)
• 1 tsp garlic powder (optional; enhances flavour)
• 1 tsp salt (adjust to taste)
• 1 tsp chili powder
• 1/3 cup cashews, soaked in hot water (optional, can skip if allergic)
• 1 can diced tomatoes with juice
• 1 cup heavy cream
• 1 tbsp garam masala
• 8 tbsp unsalted butter, cubed
• 1 tbsp fresh coriander, chopped
• 1 tbsp heavy cream (for a swirl, if desired)