10/09/2026
# # # 🍗 Classic Creamy Butter Chicken

# # # Ingredients
* 500 g boneless chicken, cut into bite-sized pieces
* 2 tbsp butter
* 1 tbsp oil
* 1 medium onion, finely chopped
* 3 garlic cloves, minced
* 1 tbsp grated ginger
* 1 cup tomato puree
* ½ cup heavy cream
* ½ cup plain yogurt
* 1 tsp garam masala
* 1 tsp paprika or Kashmiri chili powder
* ½ tsp turmeric
* 1 tsp cumin powder
* 1 tsp coriander powder
* 1 tsp dried fenugreek leaves (kasuri methi), crushed
* Salt, to taste
* Fresh coriander, for garnish
# # # Step-by-Step Instructions
* Marinate the chicken: Combine chicken with yogurt, turmeric, paprika, and a pinch of salt. Let it marinate for 20–30 minutes.
* Cook the chicken: Heat the oil in a pan over medium-high heat. Add the chicken and cook for 6–8 minutes, turning until browned and cooked through. Remove and set aside.
* Sauté the onion: In the same pan, melt 1 tablespoon of butter. Add the onion and cook until soft and lightly golden.
* Add aromatics and spices: Stir in garlic and ginger. Cook for 1 minute, then add cumin, coriander powder, and garam masala.
* Prepare the tomato sauce: Add the tomato puree and simmer for 8–10 minutes, stirring occasionally, until thickened and the raw tomato smell disappears.
* Make it creamy: Lower the heat and stir in the heavy cream and remaining butter. Add the crushed kasuri methi and season with salt.
* Combine the chicken: Return the cooked chicken to the sauce. Simmer gently for another 3–5 minutes so the flavors blend.
* Garnish and serve: Sprinkle with fresh coriander and serve hot.
# # # Serving & Enjoyment
Enjoy this rich, velvety butter chicken with warm garlic naan, roti, or fragrant basmati rice. The buttery tomato-cream sauce, tender chicken, and aromatic spices make it a comforting restaurant-style favorite at home.
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