Easy Homemade Butter Chicken with Creamy Tomato Sauce

Easy Homemade Butter Chicken with Creamy Tomato Sauce

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Tender chicken in a creamy tomato butter sauce, blended with warming spices. Serve with rice or naan for a comforting meal.

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Ingredients

  • 2 pounds boneless chicken, cut into pieces
  • 1 cup plain whole-milk yogurt
  • 2 tablespoons freshly squeezed lemon juice
  • 1 teaspoon ground turmeric
  • 1 teaspoon garam masala
  • 1 teaspoon ground cumin
  • 1 teaspoon chili powder
  • 1 teaspoon kosher salt
  • 1 large yellow onion, finely chopped
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 teaspoon grated fresh ginger
  • 1/2 teaspoon chili powder (optional, for extra heat)
  • 15 ounces canned tomato puree
  • 1 cup heavy cream or unsweetened coconut milk
  • 3 tablespoons unsalted butter
  • Fresh cilantro, chopped, for garnish

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