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Punjabi Indian · India

Garam Masala and Lemon Butter Chicken

Enhances the spice blend with extra garam masala and a tangy lemon finish.

62 minutes4 servings
Garam Masala and Lemon Butter Chicken
Photo: TechnoKittyCat · CC0

Ingredients

Method

  1. Before adding the spices, stir in 1 tsp garam masala and 1 tbsp lemon juice with the chicken.
  2. Marinate chicken with 1 tsp garam masala, 1 tsp coriander, and 1 tbsp ginger-garlic paste for 30 minutes.
  3. Heat butter in a pan. Sauté cumin seeds, onions, and green chilies until golden.
  4. Add tomato puree, 1 tsp coriander, 1/2 tsp turmeric, and 1 tbsp sugar. Cook 10 minutes.
  5. Add chicken and water. Cook 20 minutes. Stir in cream and remaining garam masala.
  6. Before serving, check that the thickest part of the poultry reaches 74°C (165°F) with a food thermometer.

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