HOW TO MAKE MALAI CHICKEN | TASTIEST CHICKEN MASALA EVER | CREAMY CHICKEN | BEST CREAMY CHICKEN

heavy cream

🥗Healthier: coconut milk

💰Cheaper: milk + cornstarch

Coconut milk adds creaminess with fewer calories.

yogurt

🥗Healthier: Greek yogurt

💰Cheaper: sour cream

Greek yogurt is thicker and adds protein.

garam masala

🥗Healthier: curry powder

💰Cheaper: mixed spices

Curry powder can be a more accessible spice blend.

chicken

🥗Healthier: tofu

💰Cheaper: chicken thighs

Tofu is a plant-based alternative while thighs are more affordable.

Marinate chicken in yogurt, lemon juice, ginger, garlic, and salt for at least 1 hour.

Heat butter in a large skillet over medium heat until melted.

Add chopped onions and sauté until translucent, about 5-7 minutes.

Stir in green chilies and cook for another 2 minutes.

Add marinated chicken and cook until browned on all sides, about 8-10 minutes.

Sprinkle in garam masala, cumin, and coriander; stir to combine.

Pour in heavy cream and simmer on low heat for 15-20 minutes until chicken is cooked through.

Garnish with cilantro before serving.

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