Quick and Simple Family-Friendly Butter Chicken Masala

thecurrymommy
January 18, 2021
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A family-friendly Butter Chicken Masala Recipe that can be prepped and cooked in under 30 minutes from start to finish. This one pot Chicken Makhani Recipe tastes better than take out and is a crowd pleaser.

4
1 lb chicken, cut into small cubes (I prefer tenders or breast, but traditional recipes use dark meat)
1 pint heavy whipping cream
12 oz tomato puree (canned)
1 tbsp fresh garlic, grated
1 tbsp dry coriander powder
1 tbsp sugar (more or less-the measurement depends on tomato puree brand)
2 tbsp butter chicken masala (use more or less depending on spice level preference) shan brand works well
red chili powder
oil
salt
1 stick butter (salted or unsalted) can use half for a healthier version
1 tsp turmeric powder
cilantro for garnishment handful
  1. Heat a pan on medium heat and add oil + half a stick of butter. Add chopped raw chicken and 1 tbsp of butter chicken masala. Mix and cook with no lid.
  2. Cook for about 5 minutes or until the...

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Nutritions

Calories
1385

Sodium
601mg
25% DV

Fat
104g
160% DV

Protein
28g
57% DV

Carbs
79g
26% DV

Fiber
6g
25% DV