Murgh Makhani (Indian Butter Chicken)

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This is a simple home version of butter chicken, also known as murgh or chicken makhani, a popular dish in Indian restaurants. It is best served with naan, an Indian bread, or basmati rice.

Submitted by DHANO923
Updated on June 20, 2024
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Prep Time:
25 mins
Cook Time:
35 mins
Additional Time:
1 hr
Total Time:
2 hrs
Servings:
4
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Ingredients

Original recipe (1X) yields 4 servings

  • ⅓ cup plain nonfat yogurt

  • 1 tablespoon tandoori masala powder

  • 1 ½ pounds boneless, skinless chicken thighs, cut into 1-inch pieces

  • ½ onion, chopped

  • 1 (1 inch) piece fresh ginger

  • 1 clove garlic

  • 2 tablespoons water

  • 3 tablespoons cooking oil, divided

  • 2 teaspoons garam masala

  • ¼ teaspoon Indian chili powder

  • 1 cup tomato sauce

  • 1 cup half-and-half

  • 2 tablespoons butter

  • 1 teaspoon dried fenugreek leaves

  • 1 teaspoon salt

Directions

  1. Stir the yogurt and tandoori masala powder in a large bowl until thoroughly combined; add the chicken and toss to coat evenly. Marinate in the refrigerator for 1 hour. Drain and discard any excess marinade.

  2. Puree the onion, ginger, and garlic with the water in a blender until it forms a smooth paste; set aside.

  3. Heat 1 tablespoon oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Cook chicken in the hot oil until lightly browned on all sides, about 5 minutes. Remove from the skillet and set aside.

  4. Heat the remaining 2 tablespoons oil in the same skillet. Fry the onion paste in the hot oil until the moisture is mostly evaporated, about 3 minutes. Sprinkle the garam masala and chili powder over the mixture; cook for 1 minute more. Pour in tomato sauce, reduce heat to medium-low, and cook another 5 minutes.

  5. Return chicken to the skillet along with the half-and-half; bring to a boil. Add butter, fenugreek leaves, and salt; reduce heat to low and simmer uncovered until chicken pieces are no longer pink in the middle, 15 to 20 minutes.

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Nutrition Facts (per serving)

474 Calories
30g Fat
13g Carbs
38g Protein
Nutrition Facts
Servings Per Recipe 4
Calories 474
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 30g 39%
Saturated Fat 12g 58%
Cholesterol 179mg 60%
Sodium 1141mg 50%
Total Carbohydrate 13g 5%
Dietary Fiber 3g 9%
Total Sugars 5g
Protein 38g 76%
Vitamin C 10mg 11%
Calcium 159mg 12%
Iron 3mg 17%
Potassium 819mg 17%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

** Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.

(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.