Description
Chicken Makhani, also known as Butter Chicken, is a rich, creamy, and flavorful dish featuring tender boneless chicken pieces simmered in a spiced tomato and cream sauce. Perfectly balanced with aromatic spices like cumin, cinnamon, and cardamom, this dish is a true crowd-pleaser.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breast
- 1 cup plain yogurt
- 1 tbsp lemon juice
- 1 tsp chili powder
- 1 tsp ground cumin
- 1 tsp ground cinnamon
- 1 tsp ground coriander
- 1 tsp ground cardamom
- 1 tsp ground cloves
- 1 tsp paprika
- 1/2 cup butter
- 1 onion, finely chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 can tomato sauce
- 1 cup heavy cream
- Salt to taste
- Chopped cilantro for garnish
Instructions
- In a large bowl, combine yogurt, lemon juice, chili powder, cumin, cinnamon, coriander, cardamom, cloves, and paprika. Mix well.
- Add chicken to the marinade, cover, and refrigerate for at least 1 hour.
- In a large skillet, melt butter over medium heat. Add onion and garlic, and cook until softened.
- Stir in tomato sauce and cream. Bring to a simmer.
- Add marinated chicken and any remaining marinade to the skillet. Cook until chicken is no longer pink.
- Season with salt to taste.
- Serve hot, garnished with chopped cilantro.
Notes
- For a spicier dish, add more chili powder or fresh chili.
- You can substitute the chicken breast with chicken thighs for a juicier result.
- Pair with naan bread or steamed rice to complete the meal.
- Prep Time: 1 hour
- Cook Time: 30 minutes