The Easiest 30-Minute Butter Chicken
For this shortcut version, I’m using quick-cooking boneless, skinless chicken breasts (but feel free to use thighs or a mix of breasts and thighs) and skipping the overnight marinade in favor of a dry spice rub. Speaking of the rub, I’m also saving time by starting with a store-bought spice blend called garam masala,
INGREDIENTS
- 1 medium yellow onion
- 3 cloves garlic
- 1 (1-inch) piece fresh ginger
- 1 tablespoon plus 1 teaspoon garam masala, divided
- 1/2 teaspoon plus 1/4 teaspoon ground turmeric, divided
- 3/4 teaspoon plus 1/2 teaspoon ground cumin, divided
- Pinch cayenne pepper (optional)
- 2 pounds boneless, skinless chicken breasts or thighs
Kosher salt
- Freshly ground black pepper
- 6 tablespoons unsalted butter, divided
- 1 (3-inch) cinnamon stick
- 1 tablespoon tomato paste
- 1 (16-ounce) can tomato sauce
- 1 1/4 cups water
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
- 1 tablespoon freshly squeezed lemon juice
- 2 tablespoons chopped fresh cilantro
Cooked basmati rice or naan, for serving
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