Butter Chicken

Enjoy authentic butter chicken made with our butter chicken seasoning. This blend combines aromatic spices, creating a rich and flavourful sauce that pairs perfectly with tender chicken. Serve with steamed basmati rice or warm naan bread.

Details

• Prep Time: 10 minutes
• Marinating Time: 8 hours
• Cook Time: 30 minutes
  
• Servings: 6 - 8
• Course: Main course
• Cuisine: Indian

Ingredients

Marinade:

• 1 1/2 pounds boneless, skinless chicken thighs, cut into bite sized pieces
• 1/2 cup plain Greek yogurt
• 4 garlic cloves, minced
• 1 tbsp chili powder
• 1 tsp salt

Sauce:

• 2 tbsp butter
• 2 onions, diced
• 6 garlic cloves, minced
• 3 tbsp Mae's Seasonings Butter Chicken
• 1 can (28 oz) whole tomatoes
• 1 1/2 cups chicken broth
• 1/3 cup cashew butter
• 1 tbsp brown sugar
• 1/4 cup whipping cream
• 1 tbsp minced fresh cilantro (optional)
• salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

1. In a small bowl, combine together ingredients for the chicken marinade; toss will with the chicken and let marinate for at least 8 hours or overnight.
2. Heat some oil in a large skillet or pot over medium - high heat. When sizzling, add chicken pieces in batches. Fry until browned for about 3 minutes each side. Set aside.
3. Heat butter in same pan. Fry the onions until lightly browned, about 5 - 6 minutes. Add in garlic and sauté for 1 minute, then add in Butter Chicken Seasoning. Let cook for 1 more minute until garlic is fragrant, stirring occasionally.
4. Add tomatoes, chicken broth and cashew butter and let simmer for 15 minutes. Remove from heat and puree with a hand blender until smooth.
5. Stir in brown sugar, cream and cilantro (if using). Add the chicken back in with their juices back into the pan and cook for an additional 10 minutes or until the chicken is cooked through and the sauce is thick and bubbling. 
6. Serve over rice and naan bread on the side if you wish to dip up the sauce.

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