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Crispy Butter Chicken Recipe

Crispy Butter Chicken Recipe
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Indulge in the crispy goodness of this flavorful Crispy Butter Chicken recipe. Tender chicken coated in a fragrant blend of spices, fried to perfection, and tossed in a rich buttery sauce, this dish is a true delight for your taste buds.

Ingredients

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Main Ingredients:

  • 1 1/2 pounds boneless skinless chicken thighs or breasts, cut into bite-sized pieces
  • 1/2 cup plain yogurt
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice
  • 1 tablespoon grated ginger
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 teaspoon ground cumin
  • 1 teaspoon ground coriander
  • 1 teaspoon paprika
  • 1/2 teaspoon turmeric
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper
  • 1/2 cup cornstarch
  • 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
  • Vegetable oil for shallow frying

For the butter sauce:

  • 3 tablespoons unsalted butter
  • 1 small onion, finely chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 teaspoon garam masala
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
  • 1/2 teaspoon chili powder
  • 1/4 teaspoon cinnamon
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1 cup tomato purée
  • 1/2 cup heavy cream

Instructions

  1. Marinate the Chicken: In a bowl, combine yogurt, lemon juice, ginger, garlic, cumin, coriander, paprika, turmeric, salt, and cayenne. Add chicken pieces, mix well, and marinate for at least 1 hour.
  2. Coat and Fry: Coat marinated chicken in a mixture of cornstarch and flour. Fry in oil until golden and crispy.
  3. Prepare the Sauce: Sauté onion in butter, add garlic and spices. Stir in tomato purée, simmer, then add cream.
  4. Combine and Serve: Toss crispy chicken in the sauce. Serve hot with rice or naan.

Notes

  • For extra crispiness, double-fry the chicken.
  • You can adjust cream and spice levels to taste.
  • Garnish with fresh cilantro before serving.

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