Creamy Chicken Butter Masala Recipe – Taste the special and the best!

Whether you’re a fan of authentic Indian cuisine or simply looking to try something new, our homemade recipe is guaranteed to impress. Chicken butter masala recipe (Murgh Makhani) is one of the most popular curries in the world and yet happens to be one of the easiest! It’s made with spiced tomato and butter. The curry was developed at the Moti mahal restaurant in the Daryaganj neighbourhood of Old Delhi in the 1950s

Chicken marinated for several hours is either cooked in a tandoor, grilled, oven-roasted or even pan fried. Do try our recipe and enjoy the restaurant style dish at home with friend and family!

Special recommendation (Chicken butter masala recipe)

How can you serve the Chicken butter masala?

• Fluffy Rice: Basmati rice or steamed jasmine rice provides a neutral base to soak up the flavorful sauce.
• Buttery Naan: Garlicky or plain naan bread adds a soft and chewy texture that pairs well with the creamy curry.
• Refreshing Raita: A side of yogurt-based raita with cucumber, mint, and spices offers a cool and tangy contrast to the richness of the dish.
• Crunchy Papadums: These thin and crispy lentil crackers provide a delightful crunch and a touch of spiciness.
• Side Salad: A simple salad with fresh greens, tomatoes, and onions can add a dose of freshness to your meal.

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Choosing the right ingredients is important for Chicken butter masala recipe

How to prepare?

Marinade

Mix all the ingredients under marinade, add the chicken and set aside for 30 minutes.

For the gravy

1. Heat 1 tablespoon oil and 1 tablespoon butter in a pan.
2. Add cinnamon, cardamom, cloves, whole red chilies and garlic and for a minute or so till fragrant.
3. Add onions and saute on high heat for 2-3 minutes till pink and translucent. 
4. Now add tomatoes and cashew nuts. Mix once, reduce the flame to a simmer and cover and cook for 10-15 minutes till the tomatoes start breaking down and becoming pulpy.
5. Switch off the flame. Cool completely and transfer to a blender or liquidiser, and blend till smooth.

Final preparation (Chicken butter masala recipe)

1. In a pan heat a tablespoon of oil. Add the chicken pieces and sear them on each side for 2-3 minutes on high heat, till there is a char on them. Remove them from the pan and set aside.
2. Add the puree back to the pan, add chilli powder, ketchup, salt and ¼ cup water. Bring this to a boil and reduce the flame to low, and cover and cook for 15-20 minutes.
3. At this stage add the chicken pieces and simmer for 10 minutes. Stir in the kasuri methi and fresh cream.
4. To add a smoky flavour to it place a small steel bowl in the middle of the butter chicken while it’s still in the pan. Heat a piece of charcoal or lump coal on an open flame till red hot and then place it in the bowl. Pour a teaspoon of oil or ghee over it, and as soon as it starts smoking, cover the pan with a lid. Smoke for 3-4 minutes and remove the bowl.
5. Serve it according to your taste buds. You can choose any recommendation from above.

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Nutrition in Chicken butter masala recipe

Calories: 586kcal | Carbohydrates: 24g | Protein: 35g | Fat: 40g | Saturated Fat: 10g | Cholesterol: 174mg | Sodium: 615mg | Potassium: 1337mg | Fiber: 6g | Sugar: 13g | Vitamin A: 3662IU | Vitamin C: 98mg | Calcium: 100mg | Iron: 3mg

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