The key to this dish is the spice mix because honestly, it is very simple to make but those spices give it so much flavor!
The key to this dish is the spice mix because honestly, it is very simple to make but those spices give it so much flavor!
CHICKEN:•2lb = 908g Chicken thighs, skinless, boneless • 200g = 1 cup Plain yogurt, I like 2% Greek yogurt • 1 T = 7g Ginger paste or grated • 2 Garlic cloves, grated • 1 tsp = 6g Butter chicken spices* • 1 ¼ tsp = 8g Kosher saltSPICES:•2 tsp Coriander, ground • 1 tsp Cayenne pepper • 1 tsp Paprika • 1 tsp Punjabi masala • ½ tsp Turmeric, groundSAUCE:•3 T Vegetable oil or ghee • ½ Red onion, finely chopped • 1 Carrot, chopped • ½ Red bell pepper, chopped • 1 ½ cups Tomatoes, diced • ¼ cup Heavy cream • ½ tsp Butter chicken spices • ½ tsp Kosher saltACCOMPANIMENTS:• Basmati rice cooked with cumin seeds • Chapati (Indian “flatbreads” or “tortillas”) • Chutneys • Cilantro leaves
Serve with any or all of the accompaniments and enjoy!