Authentic Butter Chicken Recipe

Ingredients for Authentic Butter Chicken

• Chicken Thigh
• Onions
• Vegetable Oil
• Minced Ginger
• Garlic Paste
• 1 tablespoon garam masala
• 1 teaspoon sweet paprika
• Ground Coriander
• Chili Powder
• Cinnamon Sticks
• Cardamom Pods
• White Sugar
• 2 tablespoons lemon juice
• 1 (28 ounce) can diced tomatoes OR 2 cups pureed tomatoes
• 2 tablespoons ghee
• 1/2 cup heavy cream
• Plain Yogurt

How to Make Authentic Butter Chicken

1. Heat 2 tablespoons of oil in a large wok or pan over medium heat. Add 1 large chopped onion and sauté until golden brown (about 5 minutes). Set aside.
2. Add 1.5 lbs of diced chicken thighs to the wok and brown until cooked through (about 8-10 minutes). Set aside.
3. Melt 2 tablespoons of ghee in the wok over medium heat.
4. Add 1 tablespoon grated ginger, 2 cloves minced garlic, 1 tablespoon garam masala, 1 teaspoon sweet paprika, 1 tablespoon coriander powder, and 1/2 teaspoon chili powder (adjust to taste).
5. Stir with a wooden spoon for 2-3 minutes, until fragrant and the spices begin to form a paste. Be careful not to burn.
6. Return the cooked onions and chicken to the wok. Stir to coat everything in the spice paste.
7. Add 1 (28 ounce) can of diced tomatoes (or 2 cups of pureed tomatoes) and 1 teaspoon of sugar.
8. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 20 minutes, stirring occasionally.
9. Stir in 2 tablespoons of lemon juice, 1/2 cup heavy cream, and 1/2 cup plain yogurt.
10. Simmer for another 2 minutes, or until the sauce has thickened slightly.
11. Serve hot over steamed basmati rice. Garnish with fresh cilantro (optional).