Butter Chicken

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خطوة بخطوة

1. 1

   Combine the chicken pieces with yogurt, marinade ginger, marinade garlic, turmeric powder, marinade garam masala, chili powder, and marinade salt in a bowl.

   ملاحظة الطاهي: Marinating the chicken helps tenderize it and infuse flavor.

2. 2

   Mix well to ensure the chicken is evenly coated, then cover and refrigerate for at least 20 minutes.

   حوالي 20 د

3. 3

   Melt the butter in a large pan or Dutch oven over medium heat.

   حوالي 1 د

4. 4

   Add the chopped yellow onion and cook until softened and translucent, about 5-7 minutes.

   حوالي 6 د

   ملاحظة الطاهي: Don't rush this step, as the onion forms the base of the sauce.

5. 5

   Stir in the sauce ginger and sauce garlic, cooking for another minute until fragrant.

   حوالي 1 د

   ملاحظة الطاهي: Be careful not to burn the garlic.

6. 6

   Add the crushed tomatoes, water, sauce garam masala, cumin powder, coriander powder, and sugar.

7. 7

   Bring the sauce to a simmer, then reduce the heat to low, cover, and cook for 10-15 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld.

   حوالي 15 د

   ملاحظة الطاهي: Stir occasionally to prevent sticking.

8. 8

   While the sauce simmers, cook the marinated chicken.

9. 9

   In a separate pan, cook the marinated chicken pieces over medium-high heat until lightly browned and cooked through, about 5-7 minutes.

   حوالي 7 د

   ملاحظة الطاهي: Cook in batches if necessary to avoid overcrowding the pan.

10. 10

    Pour the heavy cream into the tomato sauce and stir until well combined.

    حوالي 1 د

    ملاحظة الطاهي: The cream adds richness and balances the acidity of the tomatoes.

11. 11

    Add the cooked chicken to the sauce.

12. 12

    Simmer for another 5 minutes to allow the chicken to absorb the sauce flavors.

    حوالي 5 د

13. 13

    Garnish with fresh cilantro, if desired, and serve hot.

    ملاحظة الطاهي: Pairs well with basmati rice or naan bread.