Butter Chicken

Butter Chicken is a rich and savory dish infused with fragrant spices like garam masala, cumin, and turmeric. Boneless chicken thighs are marinated in a flavorful yogurt mix, then cooked in a creamy tomato sauce with garlic, ginger, and a touch of cinnamon. Serve over rice for a truly comforting meal!

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 20 minutes
Marinate Time: 30 minutes
Total Time: 1 hour 5 minutes
Servings: 8

Ingredients:

2 pounds boneless skinless chicken thighs
3 tablespoons butter
1 onion, diced
1 tablespoon grated fresh ginger
5 cloves garlic, minced
1 teaspoon cumin
1 teaspoon garam masala
1 teaspoon ground coriander
½ teaspoon chili powder
½ teaspoon turmeric
1 cinnamon stick
¾ teaspoon kosher salt (or to taste)
¼ cup chicken broth
14 ounces crushed tomatoes (1 can)
1 teaspoon granulated sugar
1 cup heavy whipping cream

Marinade:

2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
2 teaspoons garam masala
1 tablespoon cumin
1 cup plain yogurt

Instructions:

Marinate the chicken in the marinade for at least 30 minutes or overnight.
Remove chicken from marinade, letting excess drip off. Brown the chicken in 1 tablespoon of oil over medium heat for about 6 minutes per side. Remove and set aside.
In the same pan, melt butter and cook onions until tender. Add ginger, garlic, and spices, and cook until fragrant, about 1 minute.
Add chicken broth, browned chicken, crushed tomatoes, and sugar. Simmer for 10 minutes, until slightly thickened. Add cream and cook for an additional 5-10 minutes.
Discard cinnamon stick and top with cilantro. Serve over rice for a full meal.

Enjoy this flavorful and creamy dish with your family!