Butter Chicken: Most Requested Recipe
Butter chicken is the most requested recipe I make for my parties. Usually a double batch makes half tray, but I might have had more chicken than I realized. Here’s the recipe:
Butter Chicken
9-10lbs chicken breast cubed
2 Tbsp Kashmiri Chili Powder
2 Tbsp garlic purée
2 inch of ginger grated
2.5 tsp kosher salt
Mix and marinate. Cook 5 mins in pan in batches. In same pan make the sauce.
5 Tbsp Ghee or Butter, unsalted
1000g Roma tomatoes
200g red onions
100g raw cashews
2.5 tsp kosher salt
2 tbsp Kashmiri Chilli Powder
2 tsp fenugreek leaves (Kasoori Methi)
1 tsp garam masala
1 tsp sugar
2 tbsp malt vinegar
Heat butter. Fry onions. Add spices. Cook for minute. Add tomatoes, cashewsBlend. Pour out. Add to jug:
1-1/2 cup water
Swish around in jug. Pour into pan.
5 Tbsp butter
1/2 cup cream
Add chicken. Put in aluminum 1/2 tray containers or 9x13 dish.
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Butter chicken has truly become a crowd favorite in my cooking, especially when hosting parties. What makes this recipe stand out is the use of Kashmiri chili powder, which gives the dish a vibrant color and a mild heat that’s not overpowering. Marinating the chicken breast cubes with garlic purée, freshly grated ginger, and kosher salt lets the flavors penetrate deeply, ensuring every bite is intensely flavorful. When preparing the sauce, I love frying the red onions in unsalted ghee or butter first, which adds a beautiful caramelized sweetness. The addition of raw cashews blended with Roma tomatoes creates a silky texture that’s often missing in other butter chicken recipes. Fenugreek leaves, or Kasoori Methi, give an unmistakable aroma and authentic taste that ties the whole dish together. One tip I have is to cook the chicken in batches for five minutes each, which helps maintain the chicken’s tenderness and keeps the sauce from becoming too watery. Also, adding a bit of malt vinegar introduces a subtle tang that balances the richness of the cream and butter in the finishing phase, creating a well-rounded flavor profile. For parties, doubling the recipe to fill half tray containers works perfectly, allowing you to serve a generous amount without any fuss. The dish pairs beautifully with basmati rice or warm naan, making it an ideal centerpiece for any gathering. Whether you’re catering for friends or just craving a comforting meal, this butter chicken recipe is sure to impress everyone at the table.
