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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 chicken breasts, boneless and skinless, chopped into chunks
1 onion, peeled and roughly chopped
salt
pepper
1 tablespoon curry powder
1 teaspoon chili powder
1 tablespoon garam masala
3 cloves garlic, crushed
1/2 cup tomato paste
1 cup natural yogurt
400 ml coconut milk
100 grams butter

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

Add chopped chicken to the slow cooker.

2

Add chopped onion to the slow cooker.

3

Season with salt and pepper.

4

Add spices: curry powder, chili powder, and garam masala.

5

Add crushed garlic to the pot.

6

Add tomato paste to the slow cooker.

7

Add natural yogurt to the pot.

8

Pour in coconut milk.

9

Add butter to the mixture.

10

Stir everything together in the slow cooker.

11

Cover and cook on high for 4 hours.

12

After cooking, stir the butter chicken before serving.

Cooking Techniques

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Equipment Needed

slow cooker

Spice Level:

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Dietary

gluten-free

Allergens

dairy

Also Known As

Murgh Makhani

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