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Butter Chicken

Cultural Context

Butter chicken, or Murgh Makhani, originated in Delhi, India, in the 1950s. It was created by the chefs at the Moti Mahal restaurant, who used leftover chicken in a rich, buttery tomato sauce. This dish has since become a staple in Indian cuisine, celebrated for its creamy texture and aromatic spices. It's often served with naan or rice and is popular in Indian restaurants worldwide.

IndianINmain
45 min
medium
4 servings
Servings4
4 boneless skinless chicken breast halves
2 eggs
1 cup buttery round cracker crumbs
1/2 teaspoon garlic salt
ground black pepper to taste
1/2 cup cold butter
2 teaspoons Italian seasoning (optional)
2 teaspoons grated Parmesan cheese (optional)

butter

🥗Healthier: ghee

💰Cheaper: margarine

Ghee is a healthier fat option, while margarine is often more affordable.

cream

🥗Healthier: coconut milk

💰Cheaper: evaporated milk

Coconut milk is lower in calories and adds flavor; evaporated milk is budget-friendly.

1

Preheat the oven to 375°F.

2

Beat 2 eggs in a shallow dish.

3

Crush 1 cup of buttery round cracker crumbs and place them in a second shallow dish.

4

Add 1/2 teaspoon of garlic salt and ground black pepper to taste to the cracker crumbs and blend together.

5

Dip each of the 4 boneless skinless chicken breast halves into the egg mixture one at a time.

6

Dredge the chicken in the cracker mixture, ensuring they are coated on all sides.

7

Arrange the coated chicken in a 9 by 13-inch baking dish.

8

Cut 1/2 cup of cold butter into pieces and place them around the chicken in the baking dish.

9

Bake the chicken in the preheated oven for 40 minutes or until the chicken is no longer pink and the juices run clear.

Cooking Techniques

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Equipment Needed

shallow dish9 by 13-inch baking dish

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Allergens

dairy

Also Known As

Murgh Makhani

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