Tandoori butter chicken Recipe

Recipe By Slurrp

Tandoori butter chicken is a popular Indian dish made with succulent pieces of chicken marinated in a spiced yogurt mixture and cooked in a tandoor or oven. The chicken is then simmered in a rich and creamy tomato-based gravy, flavored with butter and aromatic spices. The dish has a smoky and tangy flavor, with a hint of sweetness from the butter. Tandoori butter chicken is best served with naan or rice for a satisfying meal.

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1hr 5minstotal
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50minsCook
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Ingredients for Tandoori butter chicken Recipe

  • 250 gram Chicken Pieces
  • 1/2 cup Yogurt
  • 1 tablespoon Ginger Garlic Paste
  • 1 tablespoon Tandoori Masala
  • 1/2 teaspoon Red Chili Powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon Turmeric Powder
  • 1 tablespoon Butter
  • 1/2 Onion, Finely Chopped
  • 1/4 cup Tomato Puree
  • 0.13 cup Cream
  • As required Salt To Taste
  • as required Fresh Cream And Coriander Leaves For Garnish

Directions: Tandoori Butter Chicken Recipe

Cooking Directions

  • STEP 1.Marinate the chicken pieces in a mixture of yogurt, ginger-garlic paste, tandoori masala, and other spices for at least 2 hours.
  • STEP 2.Preheat the oven or tandoor to a high temperature.
  • STEP 3.Thread the marinated chicken onto skewers and cook in the oven or tandoor until charred and cooked through.
  • STEP 4.In a separate pan, heat butter and add onions, ginger-garlic paste, and spices. Cook until the onions are golden brown.
  • STEP 5.Add tomato puree, cream, and salt. Cook until the gravy thickens and the flavors meld together.
  • STEP 6.Add the cooked chicken pieces to the gravy and simmer for a few minutes to allow the flavors to blend.
  • STEP 7.Garnish with fresh cream and coriander leaves before serving.

Cooking Tips

  • For a smoky flavor, you can use a charcoal grill or add liquid smoke to the marinade.
  • If using an oven, preheat it to the highest temperature for the best results.
  • Adjust the spice level according to your preference by adding more or less tandoori masala.

Storage and Serving

  • Store any leftover tandoori butter chicken in an airtight container in the refrigerator.
  • Reheat the chicken in a microwave or on the stovetop before serving.
  • Serve the tandoori butter chicken with naan, rice, or roti for a complete meal.
Nutrition
value
1310
calories per serving
62 g Fat53 g Protein17 g Carbs16 g FiberOther

Current Totals

  • Fat
    62g
  • Protein
    53g
  • Carbs
    17g
  • Fiber
    16g

MacroNutrients

  • Carbs
    17g
  • Protein
    53g
  • Fiber
    16g

Fats

  • Fat
    62g

Vitamins & Minerals

  • Calcium
    280mg
  • Iron
    7mg
  • Vitamin A
    149mcg
  • Vitamin B1
    < 1mg
  • Vitamin B2
    < 1mg
  • Vitamin B3
    15mg
  • Vitamin B6
    < 1mg
  • Vitamin B9
    39mcg
  • Vitamin B12
    0mcg
  • Vitamin C
    12mg
  • Vitamin E
    6mg
  • Copper
    < 1mcg
  • Magnesium
    176mg
  • Manganese
    14mg
  • Phosphorus
    574mg
  • Selenium
    58mcg
  • Zinc
    5mg
Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet. All nutritional information presented are estimates and not meant to substitute professional dietary advice or treatment
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Recipe By Slurrp