Recipe: Perfect Butter Chicken (Murgh Makhani)

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Butter Chicken (Murgh Makhani). This is a simple home version of butter chicken, also known as 'murgh' or 'chicken makhani,' a popular dish in Indian restaurants. This is best served with naan, an Indian bread, or you can also serve this with basmati rice. WHY IS IT CALLED BUTTER CHICKEN.

Butter Chicken (Murgh Makhani) In India this dish is usually made with bone-in chicken and outside of India boneless chicken is more commonly used. Butter Chicken Recipe (aka Murgh Makhani) Butter chicken is a hugely popular Indian curry that results in a rich and creamy gravy that is almost buttery. It is incredibly easy to prepare, needing only a few minutes of chopping and pan cooking. You can have Butter Chicken (Murgh Makhani) using 25 ingredients and 10 steps. Here is how you cook that.

Ingredients of Butter Chicken (Murgh Makhani)

  1. Prepare of For the Marinade:.
  2. You need 450 gms of Zorabian Breast Boneless Chicken Pieces.
  3. You need 1 tbsp of Lemon Juice.
  4. It's 1 tbsp of Ginger Garlic Paste.
  5. You need 2-3 of Green Chillies (Finely Chopped).
  6. It's 1/2 tsp of Garam Masala.
  7. Prepare 1 tbsp of Oil.
  8. You need 1 tsp of Chilli Powder.
  9. Prepare to taste of Salt.
  10. It's 1/4 cup of Hung Curd.
  11. You need 1 tbsp of Coriander Leaves (Finely Chopped).
  12. Prepare of For Butter Chicken Sauce:.
  13. Prepare 1 cup of Tomato Puree.
  14. You need 1 inch of Ginger + 4 cloves Garlic + 2-3 Green Chillies (Make Paste).
  15. You need 10 of Cashewnuts (Soaked in hot water for 15 mins) Make a paste.
  16. You need 1/2 tsp of Red Chilli Powder.
  17. Prepare 1/4 tsp of Roasted Cumin Powder.
  18. It's 1/2 tsp of Garam Masala.
  19. Prepare 1 tsp of Tandoori Masala.
  20. Prepare 1 tsp of Sugar.
  21. You need 1 tbsp of Kasuri Methi.
  22. Prepare 1/4-1/2 cup of Cream/Fresh Malai.
  23. You need 4-5 tbsp of Butter.
  24. Prepare 1 tbsp of Oil.
  25. You need to taste of Salt.

You only need to stir in a bit of cream at the end and cook some rice. A classic Indian recipe is absolutely delectable and is a real favourite in our house, frequently served on Curry Friday - a popular family tradition! This world famous recipe is often jokingly referred to as the national bird of Punjab, so popular is it in that region! This recipe is by Gordon Ramsey, and here is what he has to say about it: Gordon: Butter chicken, or murgh makhani, was one.

Butter Chicken (Murgh Makhani) step by step

  1. Wash the chicken pieces well and drain out the water completely. Add the chicken pieces in a large bowl. Pat dry with a napkin so that the marinade sticks to it. Add all the ingredients listed under for the chicken marinade. Mix well and let it marinate for a minimum of 2 to 3 hours or overnight..
  2. Place the chicken pieces on a baking sheet lined with aluminium foil. Grill for about 20 minutes, turning sides once or until the chicken is cooked through. Broil for an additional 3 to 4 minutes to get that charred look. You can also fry it on the stove top instead of cooking in the oven..
  3. Whilst the chicken is grilling, prepare the curry. Heat 3 tablespoons butter plus oil in a heavy bottomed pan/kadai. Add whole spices..
  4. When the spices become fragrant, add ginger garlic green chilli paste. Saute until fragrant..
  5. Add tomato puree. Mix well with the seasoned butter. Cover and let it cook on medium heat until it leaves fat. Stir in between to prevent any sticking at the bottom of the pan. This will take about 3 to 5 minutes..
  6. Now add salt to season, sugar to balance the tartness of the tomatoes, kasuri methi, red chilli powder, roasted cumin powder, garam masala and tandoori masala. Saute it on medium heat for another minute..
  7. Add cashewnut paste. Saute it on medium heat for another 1 to 2 minutes until it leaves fat at the sides of the wok..
  8. Add 3/4 to 1 cup water (adjust as per desired consistency, add about 1/2 cup water for very thick sauce). Mix well and bring it to a boil. Check for seasonings and adjust now..
  9. Add the grilled chicken pieces. Mix well and let it simmer covered for another 10 minutes..
  10. Finally, add the cream and 1 to 2 tablespoons of butter. Mix well and simmer for another 1 to 2 minutes. Finish it off with a little sprinkle of kasuri methi. Switch off the heat and serve with any flatbread..

Butter chicken recipe - This post will guide you how to make butter chicken at home that tastes absolutely delicious, flavor packed, creamy and rich. Butter chicken also known as chicken makhani is one of the most popular, lip smacking and delicious dishes that's been loved by many across the world. Paired with naan or kulcha is a delight which most Indians love during their restaurant visits. Authentic murgh makhani will always have a smoky undertone, which traditionally comes from cooking the chicken in a tandoor or clay oven. But since we are trying to recreate that flavour in our kitchen, we'll smoke the dish right at the end with a piece of charcoal or lump coal.