Creamy Butter Chicken Recipe | Classic Indian Comfort Food

Creamy Butter Chicken Recipe | Classic Indian Comfort Food

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Make restaurant-style butter chicken at home with tender chicken pieces in a rich, creamy tomato sauce. Perfect with naan bread or rice.

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Ingredients

  • 2-3 pounds boneless chicken thighs, cut into chunks.
  • 1/4 cup plain Greek yogurt.
  • 9 garlic cloves, minced (divided use).
  • 1 tablespoon minced ginger.
  • 3 teaspoons garam masala (divided use).
  • 1 teaspoon turmeric.
  • 2 1/2 teaspoons cumin (divided use).
  • 2 teaspoons red chili powder (divided use).
  • 2 1/2 teaspoons sea salt (divided use).
  • 2 tablespoons cooking oil.
  • 2 tablespoons ghee or butter.
  • 1 teaspoon ground coriander.
  • 1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper.
  • 14 ounces tomato sauce.
  • 1 cup heavy cream or full-fat coconut milk.
  • 1/2 teaspoon dried fenugreek leaves.
  • Fresh cilantro for garnish.

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