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Quick & Easy Homemade Butter Chicken: An Incredible Ultimate Recipe

Ingredients

– 1 lb boneless chicken thighs (cut into bite-sized pieces)
– 2 tablespoons butter
– 1 medium onion (finely chopped)
– 4 cloves garlic (minced)
– 1 tablespoon ginger (grated)
– 1 tablespoon garam masala
– 1 teaspoon cumin
– 1 teaspoon coriander
– 1 teaspoon turmeric
– 1 teaspoon chili powder
– 1 cup crushed tomatoes (canned or fresh)
– 1 cup heavy cream
– Salt to taste
– Fresh cilantro (for garnish)

Instructions

Follow these simple steps to create your own Quick & Easy Homemade Butter Chicken:

1. Sauté Chicken: In a large skillet, melt 1 tablespoon of butter over medium heat. Add the chicken pieces and cook until browned on all sides. Remove from the skillet and set aside.

2. Cook Aromatics: In the same skillet, add the remaining tablespoon of butter. Add chopped onions and sauté until translucent and slightly golden.

3. Add Garlic and Ginger: Stir in minced garlic and grated ginger. Cook for about 1-2 minutes until fragrant.

4. Spice It Up: Add garam masala, cumin, coriander, turmeric, and chili powder. Stir continuously for 1-2 minutes to toast the spices.

5. Tomatoes In: Pour in the crushed tomatoes and stir well. Let simmer for about 5 minutes until the sauce thickens slightly.

6. Combine Chicken and Sauce: Return the browned chicken to the skillet. Stir to coat the chicken with the sauce.

7. Creamy Finish: Reduce the heat to low and slowly pour in the heavy cream. Stir well to combine everything. Let it simmer for an additional 10-15 minutes.

8. Season to Taste: Adjust salt according to preference.

9. Garnish: Remove from heat and garnish with freshly chopped cilantro.

This step-by-step guide will ensure that your butter chicken turns out just right!

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