Classic Butter Chicken (Murgh Makhani)

Ingredients

• Marinade: 1.5 lbs chicken, cubed · 3/4 cup yogurt · 1 tsp cumin · 1 tsp coriander · 1/2 tsp turmeric · 1 tsp chili powder · 1 tsp garam masala · salt
• Sauce: 3 tbsp butter · 1 onion, diced · 4 garlic cloves · 1-inch ginger · 1 can (14 oz) crushed tomatoes · 1 tsp garam masala · 1 tsp fenugreek leaves (kasuri methi) · 1 cup heavy cream · 1 tbsp honey · salt

Instructions

1. 1

   Marinate chicken in yogurt and spices for at least 1 hour.

2. 2

   Broil chicken under high heat until lightly charred, 10–12 minutes. Set aside.

3. 3

   Melt butter over medium heat. Sauté onion until softened. Add garlic and ginger; cook 2 minutes.

4. 4

   Add crushed tomatoes and garam masala. Simmer 15–20 minutes until sauce reduces.

5. 5

   Blend sauce smooth with an immersion blender. Return to pan.

6. 6

   Stir in cream, fenugreek leaves, and honey. Simmer 5 minutes.

7. 7

   Add chicken and simmer until heated through. Season with salt. Serve with basmati rice or naan.