Northern Indian Butter Chicken-Murgh Makhani

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  • Prep Time

    10 mins

  • Cook Time

    10 mins

  • Additional Time

    8 hrs

  • Total Time

    8 hrs 40 mins

  • Servings

    4 people

  • Calories

    313 kcal

  • Course

    Main Course

  • Cuisine

    Indian

Northern Indian Butter Chicken-Murgh Makhani

This restaurant style Indian butter chicken is made with tender marinated chicken breasts in a rick and creamy tomato based sauce. This mild curry recipe is one the whole family will enjoy.

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Ingredients

Servings
  • 2 chicken breasts cubed
  • 1 yellow onion diced
  • 2 Tablespoon ghee or clarified butter
  • 8 ounce can tomato sauce
  • ½ cup tomatoes diced
  • 2 Tablespoon garlic fine dice
  • 1 teaspoon fresh ginger fine dice
  • ½ cup coconut milk or heavy cream

Marinade

  • ½ cup PLAIN yogurt Preferably Greek
  • 1 teaspoon garam masala
  • ½ teaspoon Turmeric

Spice Mix

  • 2 teaspoons fine sea salt
  • 1 teaspoon paprika
  • 1 teaspoon ground coriander
  • 1 teaspoon garam masala
  • 1 teaspoon Turmeric
  • ¼ teaspoon cayenne
  • ¼ teaspoon black pepper
  • ¼ teaspoon cumin
  • ¼ teaspoon fenugreek leaves Optional
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Instructions

  1. Combine all of the spice mix in a small bowl and set aside.
  2. Combine all of the marinade ingredients in a medium bowl and set aside.
  3. Cube the chicken breast and add to the marinade. Refrigerate at least 4 hours, but better overnight.
  4. When ready to cook, melt the ghee over medium heat.
  5. Add in the onions and cook until soft, about 5 minutes. Add in the ginger and garlic and cook an additional 1-2 minutes.
  6. Stir in the spice mix with the onions and cook for another 1-2 minutes until well combined.
  7. Remove the chicken from the marinade and add to the onion-spice mixture. Cook the chicken for 5-7 minutes, stirring frequently, until the outside is evenly cooked.
  8. Stir in the tomato sauce and tomatoes, and stir to combine.
  9. Stir in the coconut milk or heavy cream and stir well.
  10. Reduce heat to simmer and cook about another 5-10 minutes. The sauce should be slightly thickened and the chicken should be tender but cooked through.
  11. Serve along Jasmine rice and naan bread. Top with some fresh cilantro.

Nutrition Information

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Calories 313kcal (16%) Carbohydrates 11g (4%) Protein 27g (54%) Fat 18g (28%) Saturated Fat 11g (55%) Polyunsaturated Fat 1g Monounsaturated Fat 4g Trans Fat 1g Cholesterol 96mg (32%) Sodium 1031mg (43%) Potassium 850mg (24%) Fiber 3g (12%) Sugar 6g (12%) Vitamin A 528IU (11%) Vitamin C 12mg (13%) Calcium 78mg (8%) Iron 3mg (17%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 4people

Amount Per Serving

Calories 313 kcal

% Daily Value*

Calories 313kcal 16%
Carbohydrates 11g 4%
Protein 27g 54%
Fat 18g 28%
Saturated Fat 11g 55%
Polyunsaturated Fat 1g 6%
Monounsaturated Fat 4g 20%
Trans Fat 1g 50%
Cholesterol 96mg 32%
Sodium 1031mg 43%
Potassium 850mg 18%
Fiber 3g 12%
Sugar 6g 12%
Vitamin A 528IU 11%
Vitamin C 12mg 13%
Calcium 78mg 8%
Iron 3mg 17%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.

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