Classic Butter Chicken

Instructions

1. 1

   Cut the chicken breast into bite-sized pieces.

2. 2

   In a bowl, mix the plain yogurt, garam masala, chili powder, turmeric, cumin, coriander, and salt. Add the chicken pieces and marinate for at least 1 hour.

3. 3

   Heat half of the butter in a pan over medium heat. Add the chopped onion, garlic, and ginger, and sauté until the onion is golden brown.

4. 4

   Add the tomato puree and sugar to the pan, and cook for about 10 minutes until the sauce thickens.

5. 5

   In a separate pan, melt the remaining butter and add the marinated chicken. Cook until the chicken is browned and cooked through.

6. 6

   Add the cooked chicken to the tomato sauce and simmer for 10 minutes.

7. 7

   Stir in the cream and cook for another 5 minutes.

8. 8

   Serve hot with rice or naan.