A delicious Butter Chicken recipe featuring marinated chicken in a blend of spices, cooked with a flavorful base of onions, tomatoes, and cream. It's rich, creamy, and aromatic, perfect for a hearty meal.
1: Marinate the chicken with the ingredients listed above.
2: In a wok, add ghee and butter, then add onions with a pinch of salt. Cook until the onions are translucent.
3: Add ginger-garlic paste and cook over low heat until the raw smell disappears.
4: Add coriander and red chili powder. Cook for a few minutes over low heat, then add tomato puree & yogurt.
5: Cover and cook until the tomatoes are fully cooked.
6: While the base is cooking, fry or grill the chicken until it is 60% done. Alternatively, bake at 400°F for 15 minutes and broil for 3 minutes to achieve a char on top.
7: (Optional) If frying, remove the chicken and add the leftover marinade cooking it in a little butter.
8: Now add the cooked marinade and chicken to the base along with the spice mix and fenugreek leaves.
9: Cover and cook until the chicken is fully cooked.
10: Add fresh cream and let it simmer for 5-6 minutes. Garnish with additional fenugreek leaves before serving.
