Butter Chicken (Murgh Makhani)

Butter Chicken (Murgh Makhani)

★★★★☆ 4.9 / 5

The original Delhi-style butter chicken with tandoori-marinated chicken in a velvety tomato-butter sauce finished with cream and kasuri methi. Rich, mellow, and deeply addictive.

60 min Total Time
6 Servings
Medium Difficulty
560 Calories
Asian Category
Free Access

Ingredients

For 6 servings

  • Consult full recipe for ingredient list
  • Fresh high-quality ingredients
  • See method below for details
  • Serve with your choice of sides

Method

1

Prepare your ingredients

Before you begin, gather all your ingredients and prepare them as described -- chop, mince, measure, and bring any refrigerated ingredients to room temperature where needed. Having everything ready (mise en place) makes the cooking process smooth and efficient.

2

Follow the base technique

This recipe relies on the core technique specific to its category. Pay close attention to heat level, timing, and visual cues described. The difference between a good result and a great result is often attention to detail at this stage.

3

Season and adjust

Season progressively throughout cooking, not just at the end. Taste as you go and adjust with salt, acid, or fat as needed. A dish that is properly seasoned at every stage of cooking will taste far more complex than one seasoned only at the finish.

4

Rest, plate and serve

Allow proteins to rest before cutting. Plate with intention -- height, color contrast, and a finishing drizzle of quality oil or sauce all elevate the presentation. Subscribe for the full detailed method and step-by-step photography.

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