Chicken Makhani (Indian Butter Chicken) Recipe

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This recipe is delicious! It tends to be on the spicy side so if you would like to make it more mild hold off a bit on the chili powder and cayenne pepper. It is great with rice and a side of a veggie.

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Servings: 4
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Directions

  1. 1.) Heat 1 tablespoon oil in a large saucepan over medium high heat. Saute shallot and onion until soft and translucent. Stir in butter, lemon juice, ginger-garlic paste, 1 teaspoon garam masala, chili powder, cumin and bay leaf. Cook, stirring, for 1 minute. Add tomato sauce, and cook for 2 minutes, stirring frequently. Stir in half-and-half and yogurt. Reduce heat to low, and simmer for 10 minutes, stirring frequently. Season with salt pepper. Remove from heat and set aside.
  2. 2.Heat 1 tablespoon oil in a large heavy skillet over medium heat. Cook chicken until lightly browned, about 10 minutes. Reduce heat, and season with 1 teaspoon garam masala and cayenne. Stir in a few spoonfuls of sauce, and simmer until liquid has reduced, and chicken is no longer pink. Stir cooked chicken into sauce.
  3. 3. Mix together cornstarch and water, then stir into the sauce. Cook for 5 to 10 minutes, or until thickened.

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Nutrition Facts

Amount Per Serving %DV
Serving Size 265g
Recipe makes 4 servings
Calories 418  
Calories from Fat 289 69%
Total Fat 32.56g 41%
Saturated Fat 12.98g 52%
Trans Fat 0.0g  
Cholesterol 103mg 34%
Sodium 502mg 21%
Potassium 607mg 17%
Total Carbs 13.69g 4%
Dietary Fiber 2.2g 7%
Sugars 4.43g 3%
Protein 19.45g 31%
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  • JULIE MCMAHON
    December 6, 2011
    This a a great recipe if you like something spicy. It really has a lot of flavor and spruces up the typical chicken!

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