The Best Crispy Butter Chicken
Get ready to savor the delectable flavors of The Best Crispy Butter Chicken. This dish is sure to become a favorite in your home, with its crispy exterior and tender, juicy chicken in a rich buttery sauce.
Equipment
- Large skillet or frying pan
- Mixing bowls
- Whisk
- Cooking spoon or spatula
Ingredients
- 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cut into bite-sized pieces
- 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon cumin powder
- 1 teaspoon coriander powder
- 1/2 teaspoon garam masala
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 4 tablespoons butter
- 1 onion, finely chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1-inch piece of ginger, grated
- 1 cup tomato puree
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
- Fresh cilantro for garnish
Instructions
- In a bowl, mix the flour, cumin powder, coriander powder, garam masala, salt, and pepper.
- Coat the chicken pieces in the flour mixture, shaking off any excess.
- Heat 2 tablespoons of butter in a skillet over medium heat. Add the coated chicken pieces and cook until golden and crispy, about 5-6 minutes per side. Remove from the skillet and set aside.
- In the same skillet, add the remaining 2 tablespoons of butter. Add the chopped onion, garlic, and ginger. Cook until the onion is soft and translucent.
- Stir in the tomato puree and cook for another 2-3 minutes.
- Return the cooked chicken pieces to the skillet and stir to coat them with the sauce.
- Pour in the heavy cream, stirring continuously until the sauce is smooth and creamy.
- Simmer the chicken in the sauce for a few more minutes until heated through and well-coated.
- Garnish with fresh cilantro before serving.