Butter Chicken

Ingredients

Chicken

NameQuantityConfiguration
Chicken thigh1. 5 lbs1 inch cubes
Full fat yogurt1 cup (240g)-
Garam masala1 tbsp-
Kosher salt1 tbsp-

Curry

NameQuantityConfiguration
Yellow onion1Diced
Ginger2 inchesGrated
Crushed tomatoes14 oz-
Water0.6 cupSwirled in tomato can
Heavy cream1 cup-
Butter2 tbsp-
Garlic6 clovesThinly sliced
Paprika2 tsp-
Cumin2 tsp-
Garam masala1 tbsp-
Turmeric1. 5 tsp-
Vegetable oil2 tbsp-

Yield: ~6 servings

Method

  1. Combine all chicken ingredients and marinade overnight.
  2. In pot, heat oil and sear chicken until lightly charred. Undercooked is fine.
  3. Remove chicken from pan, then add oil, onion, ginger, and garlic.
  4. Season with salt, pepper.
  5. Scrape and cook until softened, loosen fond with water.
  6. Add all spices except garam masala.
  7. Toast until fragrant, then add tomatoes and remaining water.
  8. Simmer until thickened, 5-8 mins.
  9. Add back chicken and cook until... cooked. Around 3-5 mins.
  10. Add heavy cream and simmer 1 minute.
  11. Add butter while stirring constantly.
  12. Remove from heat, add garam masala, and let rest 5 minutes before serving.

Notes

  • Serve with rice or naan. Or both. I won't judge.