Crispy Butter Chicken

Crispy Butter Chicken is a delightful twist on the classic Indian dish, combining tender, juicy chicken with a rich, buttery sauce, all while adding a satisfying crunch. This recipe features marinated chicken that’s fried to perfection and then tossed in a creamy, aromatic sauce. Perfect for serving with rice or naan, this dish is sure to impress!

Ingredients

For the Chicken Marinade:

1.5 lbs boneless, skinless chicken thighs, cut into bite-sized pieces

1 cup plain yogurt

2 tbsp lemon juice

2 tsp garam masala

2 tsp ground cumin

2 tsp paprika

1 tsp turmeric powder

1 tsp salt

1/2 tsp black pepper

1/2 tsp cayenne pepper (adjust to taste)

2 cloves garlic, minced

1 inch ginger, grated

For the Coating:

1 cup all-purpose flour

1/2 cup corn starch

1 tsp baking powder

1/2 tsp salt

1/2 tsp black pepper

1/2 tsp paprika

For the Butter Chicken Sauce:

3 tbsp butter

1 medium onion, finely chopped

3 cloves garlic, minced

1 inch ginger, grated

1 can (15 oz) tomato puree

1 cup heavy cream

1 tsp garam masala

1 tsp sugar (to balance acidity)

Salt to taste

Chopped cilantro for garnish