Shifa Score
468
Butter Chicken
Creamy tomato sauce, spiced chicken.275
Calories
(kcal)
40
Glycemic
Index
22
Protein
(gms)
1.5
Fiber
(gms)
Classification
ENTREE
(620)
NON-VEG
(528)
INDIAN
(201)
2.5k
1m
5.1k
1.9k
Description
Butter Chicken offers a luscious blend of tender chicken pieces marinated in yogurt and spices, simmered in a rich tomato-based sauce with butter and cream. This dish, known as "Murgh Makhani" in India, showcases a perfect balance of creamy textures and aromatic spices, making it a beloved culinary masterpiece worldwide.
Recipe
Ingredients:
Chicken
500
Grams
Yogurt
100
Grams
Lemon juice
2
Tablespoons
Gingergarlic paste
2
Tablespoons
Cumin powder
1
Teaspoon
Coriander powder
1
Teaspoon
Turmeric powder
1
Teaspoon
Red chili powder
1
Teaspoon
Garam masala
1
Teaspoon
Butter
100
Grams
Onion
1
Large
Tomato puree
400
Grams
Cream
200
Milliliters
Salt
0
To taste
Coriander leaves
0
For garnish
Preparation steps:
1. Marinate chicken in yogurt, lemon juice, garlic, ginger, cumin, and coriander for 1 hour.
2. In a pan, heat butter and saute onions until golden.
3. Add marinated chicken; cook until browned.
4. Stir in tomato puree, garam masala, and chili powder.
5. Simmer, adding cream and a pinch of sugar.
6. Garnish with cilantro; serve with naan or rice.
