Murgh Makhani, also known as Indian Butter Chicken, is a rich and flavorful dish that's a true classic of Indian cuisine.
Ingredients Required
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⅓ cup plain nonfat yogurt
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1 tablespoon tandoori masala powder
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1 ½ pounds boneless, skinless chicken thighs, cut into 1-inch pieces
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½ onion, chopped
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1 (1 inch) piece fresh ginger
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1 clove garlic
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2 tablespoons water
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3 tablespoons cooking oil, divided
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2 teaspoons garam masala
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¼ teaspoon Indian chili powder
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1 cup tomato sauce
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1 cup half-and-half
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2 tablespoons butter
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1 teaspoon dried fenugreek leaves
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1 teaspoon salt
Cooking Instructions
In a large bowl, mix the yogurt with tandoori masala powder until well blended. Add the chicken pieces and toss to ensure an even coating. Let the chicken marinate in the fridge for an hour. Once done, drain off any excess marinade and discard.
Blend the onion, ginger, and garlic with water in a blender until smooth. Set the paste aside for later use.
Heat 1 tablespoon of oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the chicken and cook until golden brown on all sides, about 5 minutes. Remove the chicken from the skillet and set it aside.
In the same skillet, heat the remaining 2 tablespoons of oil. Add the onion paste and cook until most of the moisture has evaporated, about 3 minutes. Sprinkle in the garam masala and chili powder, and cook for an additional minute. Stir in the tomato sauce, lower the heat to medium-low, and simmer for another 5 minutes.
Return the chicken to the skillet along with half-and-half. Bring the mixture to a boil, then add butter, fenugreek leaves, and salt. Reduce the heat to low and simmer uncovered until the chicken is cooked through and no longer pink, about 15 to 20 minutes.
Nutrition Information (per serving)
| 474 | Calories |
| 30g | Fat |
| 13g | Carbs |
| 38g | Protein |
| Nutrition Facts | |
|---|---|
| Servings Per Recipe 4 | |
| Calories 474 | |
| % Daily Value * | |
| Total Fat 30g | 39% |
| Saturated Fat 12g | 58% |
| Cholesterol 179mg | 60% |
| Sodium 1141mg | 50% |
| Total Carbohydrate 13g | 5% |
| Dietary Fiber 3g | 9% |
| Total Sugars 5g | |
| Protein 38g | 76% |
| Vitamin C 10mg | 11% |
| Calcium 159mg | 12% |
| Iron 3mg | 17% |
| Potassium 819mg | 17% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
** Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.
(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.
Evaluation :
5/5