Name: Butter Chicken Bliss
Prep time: 30 min
Cook time: 6 h
Total time: 6 h 30 min
Cuisine: Indian
Ingredients: 800 g boneless, skinless chicken thighs or breasts; 150 g plain yogurt; 2 tbsp lemon juice; 2 tsp garam masala; 1 tsp ground cumin; 1 tsp paprika; 1/4 to 1/2 tsp chili powder; 1 tsp turmeric; 1 tsp salt; 200 g canned tomatoes or passata; 1 medium onion, finely chopped; 3 cloves garlic, minced; 1 tbsp ginger, grated; 50 g butter; 100 ml double cream or 3/4 cup cashew cream; 1 tsp kasuri methi, crushed (optional); Fresh cilantro for garnish

Description

A creamy and flavorful Butter Chicken recipe that balances spice and sweetness, perfect for comforting family dinners or impressing friends.

Ingredients

Scale

800 g boneless, skinless chicken thighs or breasts
150 g plain yogurt
2 tbsp lemon juice
2 tsp garam masala
1 tsp ground cumin
1 tsp paprika
1/4 to 1/2 tsp chili powder
1 tsp turmeric
1 tsp salt
200 g canned tomatoes or passata
1 medium onion, finely chopped
3 cloves garlic, minced
1 tbsp ginger, grated
50 g butter
100 ml double cream or 3/4 cup cashew cream
1 tsp kasuri methi, crushed (optional)
Fresh cilantro for garnish

Instructions

Marinate the Chicken: Mix yogurt, lemon juice, 1 tsp garam masala, 1/2 tsp cumin, 1/2 tsp paprika, and a pinch of salt. Add chicken and toss to coat. Cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes.
Sauté Aromatics: Heat 1 tbsp oil in a skillet, cook onions until translucent. Add garlic and ginger, cooking for another minute. Stir in remaining spices and toast for 30 seconds.
Transfer to Slow Cooker: Move the sautéed aromatics to the slow cooker, add canned tomatoes, marinated chicken, 1 tsp salt, and remaining garam masala. Stir gently.
Slow Cook: Cover and cook on LOW for 4-6 hours or HIGH for 2-3 hours until chicken is tender.
Finish the Sauce: Remove chicken, shred it, return to pot. Stir in butter and cream over LOW heat until melted. Simmer uncovered for 10-15 minutes, adjust salt and lemon juice.
Serve: Garnish with cilantro and drizzle with melted butter. Serve over rice or with naan.

Notes

Marinate chicken longer for deeper flavor. Use high-quality ingredients for the best results. Leftovers can be refrigerated for up to 3 days.

Prep Time: 30 minutes
Cook Time: 360 minutes
Category: Main Course
Method: Slow Cooking
Cuisine: Indian

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 serving
Calories: 480
Sugar: 6g
Sodium: 800mg
Fat: 27g
Saturated Fat: 12g
Unsaturated Fat: 10g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 20g
Fiber: 2g
Protein: 35g
Cholesterol: 120mg

Keywords: Butter Chicken, Indian Cuisine, Comfort Food