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The Ultimate Halal Butter Chicken Recipe


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  • Author: Jennifer
  • Total Time: 45 minutes
  • Yield: Serves 4

Description

Indulge in the creamy, spiced goodness of this halal butter chicken recipe that guarantees a delicious meal everyone will love. Perfectly paired with naan or rice, it’s an unforgettable experience.


Ingredients

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  • 34 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
  • 4 cloves fresh garlic
  • 1-inch piece fresh ginger
  • 1 can crushed tomatoes
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 4 tablespoons unsalted butter
  • garam masala
  • cumin
  • turmeric
  • 1 tablespoon sugar or honey
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. Prep your ingredients by chopping chicken into bite-sized pieces and mincing garlic and ginger.
  2. In a skillet over medium heat, melt butter and sauté minced garlic and ginger until fragrant (1-2 minutes).
  3. Add garam masala, cumin, turmeric, salt, and pepper; stir for another minute.
  4. Toss in chicken pieces and brown on all sides (5-7 minutes).
  5. Pour in crushed tomatoes and sugar or honey; simmer uncovered for 15 minutes.
  6. Stir in heavy cream; cook on low for 5 minutes until velvety smooth.
  7. Serve hot with naan or basmati rice.
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 30 minutes
  • Category: Main
  • Method: Sautéing
  • Cuisine: Indian

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
  • Calories: 360
  • Sugar: 5g
  • Sodium: 700mg
  • Fat: 24g
  • Saturated Fat: 14g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 8g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 12g
  • Fiber: 2g
  • Protein: 28g
  • Cholesterol: 85mg