Butter Chicken

This Butter Chicken will be in my meal rotation now! It is delicious and it's Hubby approved!! Don't let the list of ingredients scare you, the same spices you use in the marinade are the same ones you will add later while cooking.

Author: Kimmy's Southern Cooking

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Butter Chicken

This Butter Chicken will be in my meal rotation now! It is delicious and it's Hubby approved!! Don't let the list of ingredients scare you, the same spices you use in the marinade are the same ones you will add later while cooking. 

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Ingredients

• 2 lbs Chicken Thighs, cut into bite size pieces
• 1/2 c Greek Yogurt
• 2 T Lemon Juice
• 2 t Minced Garlic
• 1 T Grated Fresh Ginger
• 1 T Paprika
• 1 t Turmeric
• 1/2 t Garam Masala
• 1/2 t Salt

• 2 T each Oil and Butter for Sauteing
• 1 Sweet Onion, rough chopped
• 1 Red Pepper (Optinal)

• 1 T Minced Garlic
• 1 T Grated Fresh Ginger
• 1 t Garam Masala
• 1 t Cumin
• 1 t Paprika
• 1 t Salt
• 1 (15 oz) can Tomato Sauce
• 1 T Honey
• 2 Pats of Butter
• 1 c Half and Half or Whipping Cream
• Cilanto (Optional)

Instructions

1. Combine the first 9 ingredients in a Ziplock bag and mash the mixture into the chicken until everything is well coated. Refrigerate for at least 4 hours or over night.

1. Add oil and butter to a large skillet over medium to medium low heat. Add the Onion and Red Pepper. Cook until the Onion is tender and have some color on them. (Don't add the chicken yet)

1. Add the next 9 ingredients to the cooked onions. Stir to combine.
2. Add the mixture into a blender, food processor or use an immersion stick blender and blend until smooth. Pour back into the skillet.
3. Add the chicken and Half and Half, stir to combine and let simmer for 15 - 30 minutes.
4. Serve over rice. Cilantro can be added if desired.

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