A family-friendly Butter Chicken Masala Recipe that can be prepped and cooked in under 30 minutes from start to finish. This one-pot Chicken Makhani Recipe tastes better than taking out and is a crowd-pleaser.
1 lb chicken, cut into small cubes (I prefer tenders or breast, but traditional recipes use dark meat)
1 pint heavy whipping cream
12 oz tomato puree (canned)
1 tbsp fresh garlic, grated
1 tsp fresh ginger, grated
2 tbsp butter chicken masala (use more or less depending on spice level preference) shan brand works well
1 stick butter (salted or unsalted) can use half for a healthier version
1 tsp turmeric powder
1/4 cup kasoori methi leaves (finely grounded) dried fenugreek leaves
1 tbsp sugar (more or less-the measurement depends on tomato puree brand)
1 tbsp dry coriander powder
red chili powder
cilantro for garnishment handful
salt
oil