Indian Butter Chicken

Ingredients

• 14 oz chicken breast
• 2 tbsp butter
• 1 medium onion (diced)
• 1 can (14oz ) diced tomatoes
• 1 cup heavy cream
• 1 garlic clove (minced)
• 1 tbsp sugar
• 1 1/2 tsp salt
• 1/2 tsp minced ginger
• 1/2 tsp coriander
• 1/2 tsp red chili powder
• 1/2 cup thick yogurt
• 1/2 tsp minced ginger
• 1 tsp garam masala
• 1/2 tsp turmeric
• 1/2 tsp cumin
• 1/2 tsp salt
• 1 tsp lemon juice
• Naan bread
• cooked rice

Instructions

1. 1

   --- Marinating the Chicken: ---

2. 2

   In a mixing bowl, combine thick yogurt, minced ginger, garam masala, turmeric, cumin, salt, and lemon juice to prepare the marinade.

3. 3

   Cut the chicken breast into bite-sized pieces.

4. 4

   Add the chicken pieces to the marinade mixture, ensuring they are well coated.

5. 5

   Cover the bowl and let it marinate in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes. For the best flavor, marinate it for up to 2 hours.

6. 6

   --- To Make the sauce: ---

7. 7

   To a skillet, add one tablespoon of butter.

8. 8

   Add diced onions, minced garlic, minced ginger, and cook until the onions become translucent, stirring occasionally.

9. 9

   Add diced tomatoes along with their juices to the skillet. Stir well.

10. 10

    Add sugar, salt, coriander, and cook for another 5 minutes until the tomatoes break down and release their juices.

11. 11

    Let the sauce cool down for a few minutes and then blend it.

12. 12

    --- To Cook the chicken: ---

13. 13

    In a large skillet or pan, melt 1 tablespoon of butter over medium heat.

14. 14

    Add the marinated chicken pieces to the skillet and cook until they are browned and cooked through, usually about 6-8 minutes. Set aside the cooked chicken.

15. 15

    --- Combine: ---

16. 16

    To the cooked chicken add the blended sauce. Let it simmer fo1 to 2 minutes.
Stir in heavy cream, mixing well to combine all ingredients.

17. 17

    Let the mixture simmer gently for another 5 to 10 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld together and the sauce to thicken further. Stir occasionally.

18. 18

    Serve the butter chicken over rice with some naan bread.