Easy Classic Butter Chicken Recipe | Indian Comfort Food

Easy Classic Butter Chicken Recipe | Indian Comfort Food

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Make restaurant-style butter chicken at home with tender chicken thighs in a rich, creamy tomato sauce. Perfect Indian comfort food ready in just over an hour.

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  • Chef's knife
  • Cutting board
  • Mixing bowl
  • Skillet
  • Saucepan
  • Stove
  • Refrigerator
  • Measuring cup
  • Measuring spoon
  • Wooden spoon
  • Spoon
  • Plate
  • Serving bowl
  • Airtight container

Ingredients

  • Boneless chicken thighs - 2 pounds.
  • Unsalted butter - 3 tablespoons.
  • Yellow onion, finely diced - 1.
  • Fresh ginger root, grated - 1 tablespoon.
  • Fresh garlic cloves, minced - 5.
  • Ground cumin - 2 tablespoons (divided).
  • Garam masala - 3 teaspoons (divided).
  • Ground coriander - 1 teaspoon.
  • Chili powder - 1/2 teaspoon.
  • Ground turmeric - 1/2 teaspoon.
  • Cinnamon stick - 1.
  • Kosher salt - 3/4 teaspoon.
  • Chicken broth - 1/4 cup.
  • Crushed tomatoes - 14 ounces.
  • Granulated sugar - 1 teaspoon.
  • Heavy cream - 1 cup.
  • Fresh lemon juice - 2 tablespoons.
  • Plain yogurt - 1 cup.

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