Chicken Makhani (Butter Chicken)
This Chicken Makhani recipe offers a rich, earthy twist on the classic butter chicken, focusing on deep flavor over artificial color. Slowly caramelized onions and tomatoes create a naturally sweet, umami-packed base, while warm spices and a creamy finish make it irresistibly comforting.
- Time: 70 min
Source: Nutrient Matters
Ingredients
- chicken breasts
- of a lemon juice
- minced garlic
- ginger
- garam masala
- tandoori masala
- ground coriander
- cumin
- turmeric
- salt
- pepper
- avocado oil
- yogurt
- ghee
- yellow onions
- round/vine tomatoes
- garlic cloves
- ginger minced
- bay leaves
- cardamom pods
- cashews
- curry powder
- kashmiri red chilli powder
- black pepper
- sugar
- white pepper
- water
- butter
- heavy cream
- Red onion
- White rice
- Paratha/naan