Chicken Makhani (Indian Butter Chicken)

Mrs. Ernestina White

Updated on May 10, 2024

Prep Time:

10 mins

Cook Time:

25 mins

Total Time:

35 mins

Servings:

Ingredients

2 tablespoons peanut oil, divided
1 shallot, finely chopped
¼ white onion, chopped
2 tablespoons butter
1 tablespoon ginger garlic paste
2 teaspoons lemon juice
2 teaspoons garam masala, divided
1 teaspoon chili powder
1 teaspoon ground cumin
1 bay leaf
1 cup tomato puree
1 cup half-and-half
¼ cup plain yogurt
1 pinch salt and ground black pepper to taste
1 pound boneless, skinless chicken thighs, cut into bite-size pieces
¼ teaspoon cayenne pepper, or to taste
1 tablespoon cornstarch
¼ cup water

Directions

Heat 1 tablespoon oil in a large saucepan over medium-high heat. Sauté shallot and onion until soft and translucent, about 5 minutes.

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Stir in butter, ginger-garlic paste, lemon juice, 1 teaspoon garam masala, chili powder, cumin, and bay leaf. Cook and stir for 1 minute. Add tomato sauce, and cook for 2 minutes, continuing to frequently stir.
Stir in half-and-half and yogurt. Reduce heat to low, and simmer for 10 minutes, frequently stirring. Season with salt and pepper. Remove from heat and set aside.

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Heat remaining 1 tablespoon oil in a large heavy skillet over medium heat. Cook chicken until lightly browned, about 10 minutes.
Reduce heat, and season with remaining 1 teaspoon garam masala and cayenne. Stir in a few spoonfuls of sauce, and simmer until liquid has reduced, and chicken is no longer pink. Add cooked chicken into sauce and stir together.

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Dissolve cornstarch into water, then mix into the sauce. Cook for 5 to 10 minutes, or until thickened.

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Serve over rice with naan.

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Nutrition Facts (per serving)

408	Calories
28g	Fat
16g	Carbs
23g	Protein

Nutrition Facts
Servings Per Recipe 4
Calories 408
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 28g	36%
Saturated Fat 11g	57%
Cholesterol 107mg	36%
Sodium 523mg	23%
Total Carbohydrate 16g	6%
Dietary Fiber 2g	8%
Total Sugars 5g
Protein 23g	47%
Vitamin C 12mg	13%
Calcium 135mg	10%
Iron 3mg	17%
Potassium 625mg	13%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

** Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.

(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.