Indian Butter Chicken

Serves: 4 Save

Ingredients (26)

  • MARINADE & CHICKEN:
  • 1 cup full fat plain Greek yogurt
  • 1 tablespoon freshly squeezed lemon juice
  • 2 teaspoons ground turmeric
  • 2 teaspoons garam masala
  • 1 teaspoon ground cumin
  • 2 medium garlic cloves,
  • 1 tablespoon grated fresh ginger
  • 2 pounds boneless, skinless chicken breasts (or thighs),
  • SAUCE:
  • 1/2 tablespoon unsalted butter
  • 1/2 tablespoon vegetable oil
  • 1/2 cup finely chopped onion
  • 1 large garlic clove,
  • 1 tablespoon grated fresh ginger
  • 1 teaspoon garam masala
  • 1/2 teaspoon chili powder
  • 1/4 teaspoon ground cayenne pepper
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 8 ounces low-sodium tomato sauce
  • 2 tablespoons tomato paste
  • 1 cup half and half cream
  • 1 tablespoon unsalted butter
  • FOR SERVING:
  • hot cooked rice
  • chopped fresh cilantro

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