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Indian Butter Chicken

Cultural Context

Butter Chicken, or Murgh Makhani, originated in Delhi, India, in the 1950s, created by the chefs at the Moti Mahal restaurant. This dish reflects the rich culinary heritage of North India, combining marinated chicken with a creamy tomato sauce, making it a beloved comfort food. Today, Butter Chicken is enjoyed globally, often served in Indian restaurants and adapted in various forms, showcasing its universal appeal.

IndianINmain
45 min
medium
4 servings
Servings4
1 can diced tomatoes
4 ounces butter
1/2 cup heavy cream
1 teaspoon turmeric powder
1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper
1 teaspoon paprika
1 teaspoon table salt
1 teaspoon garam masala
1 teaspoon cumin
ginger (minced)
garlic (minced)
cilantro

heavy cream

🥗Healthier: Greek yogurt

💰Cheaper: milk + cornstarch

Greek yogurt reduces calories while maintaining creaminess

1

Introduce the Instant Pot and explain its function as a pressure cooker.

2

Gather ingredients: heavy cream, cilantro, butter, diced tomatoes, minced ginger, minced garlic, and various spices (cumin, garam masala, salt, paprika, cayenne pepper, turmeric).

3

Add 1 can of diced tomatoes, minced garlic, minced ginger, 1 teaspoon of turmeric powder, 1/2 teaspoon of cayenne pepper, 1 teaspoon of paprika, 1 teaspoon of table salt, 1 teaspoon of garam masala, and 1 teaspoon of cumin to the Instant Pot.

4

Mix the ingredients well in the Instant Pot.

5

Add frozen chicken to the mixture, ensuring it is covered with the sauce.

6

Seal the Instant Pot lid and set it to high pressure for 12 minutes (2 extra minutes for frozen chicken).

7

While the chicken cooks, prepare cauliflower rice by grating cauliflower (using a grater instead of a food processor).

8

After the chicken is done, blend the contents of the Instant Pot until smooth and let it cool slightly.

9

Add 4 ounces of softened butter and 1/2 cup of heavy cream to the blended mixture and stir well.

10

Add another teaspoon of garam masala to the mixture and diced chicken back into the sauce.

11

Serve the butter chicken over cauliflower rice.

Cooking Techniques

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Equipment Needed

Instant Potgraterblender

Spice Level:

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Dietary

keto

Allergens

milkeggs

Also Known As

Murgh MakhaniButter Chicken Curry

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