Delicious White Butter Chicken made with boneless chicken thighs marinated in a blend of spices and yogurt, then cooked with butter and finished with a smoky flavor. Perfectly served with naan, roti, or paratha.
1: Marinate boneless chicken thighs with all the ingredients listed under 'Marinade'.
2: Let it sit for 30 minutes or overnight.
3: Heat a pan with butter, add cloves, ginger, and garlic paste. Cook for 1–2 minutes.
4: Add the marinated chicken, cook for 5–6 minutes, then lower the heat and cover.
5: Once the oil has separated, add fenugreek leaves.
6: For smokiness: Place a thin piece of foil in the middle of the pan.
7: Heat coal on the stovetop and place it on top of the foil.
8: Pour ghee over the coal and cover immediately.
9: Lower the heat and let it sit for 2–3 minutes.
10: Uncover, remove the coal, drizzle some cream, add a dollop of butter, and a little honey.
11: Serve and enjoy with naan, roti, or paratha.