Everyone likes to invite friends and family for a fun gathering. When there is family there is food. Today we’ll share the authentic recipe of Indian Butter Chicken.

INGREDIENTS

• 1 tablespoon oil
• 1 tablespoon butter
• 1 medium onion diced
• 1 teaspoon fresh ginger finely minced or grated (or use paste)
• 2-3 cloves garlic finely minced or crushed
• 1 ½ pounds about 2-3 boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cut into ¾-inch chunks
• 4 tablespoons tomato paste or 8 ounces can of tomato sauce
• 1 tablespoon garam masala
• 1 teaspoon or paprika, adjust to taste
• 1 teaspoon Fenugreek I use powder, but seeds or mustard seeds can be used too, optional*
• 1 teaspoon
• 1 tsp salt
• ¼ tsp black pepper
• 1 cup heavy cream sub for half & half or yogurt for low fat
• Hot cooked rice and naan for serving

RECIPE

Heat a large skillet or medium saucepan over medium-high heat. Add the oil, butter, and onions and cook onions down until lightly golden, about 3-4 minutes. Add ginger and garlic and let cook for 30 seconds, stirring so it doesn’t burn.

Add the chicken, tomato paste, and spices. Cook for 5-6 minutes or until everything is cooked through.

Add the heavy cream and simmer for 8-10 minutes stirring occasionally.

Serve over Basmati rice or with naan.