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Creamy Butter Chicken

1 hServes 2Nutri-Score C€€
from @delicatekitchen70 imports0 cooked
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what you need

Ingredients

2 people
  • chicken breast (cut into bite-sized pieces)Meat250 g
  • plain yogurtDairy95 g
  • garam masala (divided between marinade and sauce)Spices3 g
  • ground cumin (divided between marinade and sauce)Spices3 g
  • turmeric (divided between marinade and sauce)Spices3 g
  • paprika (divided between marinade and sauce)Spices3 g
  • curry powder (divided between marinade and sauce)Spices3 g
  • salt (plus extra to taste)Spices2 g
  • garlic (minced)Produce3 pieces
  • butter (divided for cooking and finishing)Dairy45 g
  • onion (small, finely chopped)Produce2 pieces
  • tomato passataPantry165 g
  • heavy creamDairy100 ml

per serving

Nutrition

550kcal

Carbs
23 g
Proteins
34 g
Fat
36 g
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what you’ll use

Tools

  • Frying pan
  • Mixing bowl

step by step

Method

  1. Marinate the chicken

    • In a bowl, mix the yogurt, garlic and all the spices.
    • Add the chicken pieces and stir until evenly coated.
    • Cover and refrigerate.
    Step 1

  2. Cook the chicken

    • Heat a pan over medium heat and melt a knob of butter.
    • Add the marinated chicken and cook until lightly browned; it doesn't need to be fully cooked yet.
    • Remove and set aside.
    Step 2

  3. Prepare the sauce

    • In the same pan, add butter and sauté the chopped onions until soft and golden.
    • Add the garlic and cook for another minute.
    • Stir in all the spices, then add the tomato passata and simmer, stirring occasionally.
    Step 3

  4. Finish the dish

    • Add the chicken back into the pan and pour in the heavy cream.
    • Stir well, season with salt and simmer on low heat until the chicken is cooked through and the sauce is creamy.
    • Add a final tablespoon of butter on top for extra richness.
    Step 4

  5. Serve

    • Serve hot with warm naan or basmati rice.
    • Optionally garnish with a swirl of cream or fresh herbs.
    Step 5
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