Butter Chicken
This recipe for Butter Chicken is sure to become a staple in your weekly meal routine. Succulent chicken marinated in a sweet and creamy butter sauce and served on a bed of Success® Basmati Rice makes for a satisfying lunch or dinner.
Ingredients
- 1 bag Success® Basmati Rice
- 4 chicken breast, boneless, skinless, cut into bite size cubes
- 1 cup plain yogurt
- 2 tbsp lemon juice
- 2 tbsp butter
- 1 medium onion, finely chopped
- 4 garlic cloves, minced
- 2 tsp garam masala
- 2 tsp ground cumin
- 1 tsp turmeric
- 1 tsp chili powder
- 1 cup tomato puree
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1/4 tsp salt
- Fresh cilantro, chopped (for garnish)
Instructions
Enjoy a creamy and comforting chicken meal that’s guaranteed to satisfy everyone at your dining table.
Step 1
Prepare rice according to package directions.
Step 2
In a large bowl, combine the yogurt and lemon juice. Add chicken and coat well. Marinate for minimum of 30 minutes but overnight for full flavor.
Step 3
Heat the butter in a large pan over medium heat. Add onions and cook for 2 minutes or until translucent. Add garlic and cook for 1 minute.
Step 4
In a small bowl, combine the garam masala, cumin, turmeric, and chili powder. Then add to pan and cook for 1 minute, stirring continuously.
Step 5
Add chicken to the pan and cook for 4 minutes or until browned on all sides. Stir in tomato puree and simmer for 10 minutes.
Step 6
Reduce heat to low and stir in the heavy cream. Simmer for 5 minutes. Add salt.
Step 7
Serve butter by the rice. Garnish with the chopped cilantro.
