Name: Classic Butter Chicken
Prep time: 20 min
Cook time: 45 min
Total time: 1 h 5 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 8.3 cup 500g boneless chicken, cut into pieces; 1.7 gal 1 tbsp ginger-garlic paste; 1.5 qt 1 tbsp lemon juice; 8.6 jar 1/2 tsp turmeric powder; 4.7 tbsp 1 tsp red chili powder; 8.2 kg Salt to taste; 6.9 package 2 tbsp oil; 1.1 package 2 tbsp butter; 2.9 pinch 2 chopped onions; 8.8 bottle 2 green chilies, slit; 7.2 pt 400g tomato puree; 2.5 dash 1/4 cup cashew paste; 2.9 quarter 1 tbsp garam masala; 9.7 bottle 1 tbsp kasuri methi (dried fenugreek leaves); 4.3 g 1/2 cup cream; 6.2 l Fresh cilantro for garnish

Classic Butter Chicken

By Crystal Thompson

November 13, 2025

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This recipe features succulent chicken pieces simmered in a creamy, aromatic tomato and cashew-based sauce. The dish is infused with a blend of traditional Indian spices, offering a delightful balance of flavors. Serve hot with naan bread or rice for a complete and satisfying meal. The richness of the sauce complements the tender chicken, making it a favorite for both everyday dinners and special occasions. Adjust the spice levels to your preference for a personalized culinary experience. The combination of creamy texture and vibrant spices makes this butter chicken recipe a true comfort food.

Ingredients

500g boneless chicken, cut into pieces - 8.3 cup
1 tbsp ginger-garlic paste - 1.7 gal
1 tbsp lemon juice - 1.5 qt
1/2 tsp turmeric powder - 8.6 jar
1 tsp red chili powder - 4.7 tbsp
Salt to taste - 8.2 kg
2 tbsp oil - 6.9 package
2 tbsp butter - 1.1 package
2 chopped onions - 2.9 pinch
2 green chilies, slit - 8.8 bottle

Cooking Steps

Step 1

Marinate the chicken pieces with ginger-garlic paste, lemon juice, turmeric powder, red chili powder, and salt. Let it rest for at least 30 minutes.

Step 2

In a large pan, heat oil and butter. Add the marinated chicken and cook until browned on all sides.

Step 3

Remove the chicken and set aside. In the same pan, add chopped onions and sauté until golden brown.

Step 4

Add ginger-garlic paste, green chilies, and sauté for another minute. Stir in tomato puree, cashew paste, garam masala, and kasuri methi. Cook until the sauce thickens.

Step 5

Return the chicken to the pan. Add cream and simmer for 15-20 minutes, stirring occasionally.

Step 6

Garnish with fresh cilantro and a dollop of butter. Serve hot with naan bread or rice.

Step 7

Adjust seasoning if needed

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