Butter Chicken (Murgh Makhani)

Butter Chicken (Murgh Makhani)

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Butter Chicken (Murgh Makhani) offers a creamy, spice-infused dish with tender chicken cooked in a rich tomato-based sauce. Perfect for pairing with naan or basmati rice. A comforting classic from...

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Ingredients

  • 1 to 2 lb boneless chicken (cut into bite-sized pieces)
  • ½ cup plain yogurt
  • 1 tbsp ginger-garlic paste
  • 1 tsp turmeric powder
  • 1/2 tsp chili powder
  • 1 tsp garam masala
  • Salt to taste (1 tsps)
  • 1 tbsp lemon juice
  • 3 tbsp butter
  • 1 tbsp oil
  • 1 large onion (finely chopped)
  • 3 large tomatoes (pureed or finely chopped)
  • 15 cashews
  • 2 tsp garam masala
  • 1/2 tsp chili powder (adjust to taste)
  • 1 tsp coriander powder
  • 2 tsp cumin powder
  • 1 tbsp kasuri methi (dried fenugreek leaves)
  • Salt to taste (2 tsp)
  • ½ cup heavy cream
  • Fresh cilantro (for garnish)
  • Water (as needed)

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