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Butter Chicken with Garlic Naan: A Delightful Recipe!

A delightful recipe for Butter Chicken served with homemade Garlic Naan, perfect for a comforting meal.
Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 40 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 10 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Indian
Calories: 550

Ingredients
  

  • 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
  • 1 medium onion finely chopped
  • 3 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 tablespoon ginger minced
  • 1 teaspoon ground cumin
  • 1 teaspoon ground coriander
  • 1 teaspoon garam masala
  • 1 teaspoon turmeric
  • 1 teaspoon chili powder
  • 1 can 15 ounces tomato sauce
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 1 pound boneless skinless chicken thighs, cut into bite-sized pieces
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Fresh cilantro chopped (for garnish)
For the Garlic Naan:
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon sugar
  • 3/4 cup warm water
  • 2 tablespoons plain yogurt
  • 2 tablespoons melted butter
  • 3 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 tablespoon fresh parsley chopped

Method
 

  1. In a large skillet, heat the vegetable oil over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and sauté until translucent, about 5 minutes.
  2. Stir in the minced garlic and ginger, cooking for another minute until fragrant.
  3. Add the cumin, coriander, garam masala, turmeric, and chili powder. Stir well and cook for 1-2 minutes.
  4. Pour in the tomato sauce and bring to a simmer. Cook for 5 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld.
  5. Add the chicken pieces to the skillet, stirring to coat them in the sauce. Cover and cook for 15-20 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through.
  6. Stir in the heavy cream and season with salt and pepper. Simmer for an additional 5 minutes.
  7. For the garlic naan, in a bowl, combine the flour, baking powder, salt, and sugar. Gradually add warm water and yogurt, mixing until a dough forms. Knead for 5 minutes until smooth.
  8. Cover the dough with a damp cloth and let it rest for 30 minutes.
  9. Divide the dough into 4 equal pieces and roll each piece into a flat oval. Brush each naan with melted butter and sprinkle with minced garlic and parsley.
  10. Heat a skillet over medium-high heat. Cook each naan for about 2-3 minutes on each side until golden brown and cooked through.
  11. Serve the butter chicken hot, garnished with fresh cilantro, alongside the garlic naan.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 550kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 30gFat: 35gSaturated Fat: 20gPolyunsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 150mgSodium: 800mgFiber: 2gSugar: 5g

Notes

  • For a spicier dish, add more chili powder or fresh chopped chilies to the sauce.
  • You can substitute chicken thighs with boneless chicken breasts for a leaner option.

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