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Tavuk Şiş
Easy 2 hr 55 min~260 kcal 7/10
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Butter Chicken
A Delhi restaurant classic that marinates chicken in yogurt, then finishes it in a buttery tomato-cream sauce, smoky, mild, and lavishly smooth.
Medium⏱️ 1 hr 40 min📖 1 min readServes 4~490 kcal🇮🇳 Indian🌍 Full translation
35 min prep 35 min cook 30 min rest
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Timeline
Total 1 h 40 min- Prep35 min
- Resting/Marinating30 min
- Cooking35 min
Ingredients
4 servings
Quick:
For the chicken
- 700 gr Chicken thighs
- 0.8 su bardağı(~160 ml) Yogurt
- 1 tatlı kaşığı(~10 ml) Garam masala
- 1 yemek kaşığı(~15 ml) Ginger
- 4 diş Garlic
For the sauce
- 2 su bardağı(~400 ml) Tomato puree
- 60 gr Butter
- 0.5 su bardağı(~100 ml) Cream
- 1 yemek kaşığı(~15 ml) Lemon juice
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Instructions
- 1
Coat the chicken with yogurt, lemon juice, garlic, and spices.
- 2
Marinate the chicken for 30 minutes, so the yogurt tenderizes the meat.
30 min30:00 - 3
Sear the chicken in a pan for 10 minutes and set aside.
10 min10:00 - 4
For the sauce, cook the tomato puree, butter, and spices for 12 minutes.
12 min12:00 - 5
Return the chicken to the sauce and cook over low heat for 8 minutes.
8 min08:00 - 6
Add the cream and warm for 5 minutes, without letting the sauce boil and split.
5 min05:00
💡 Tip: Marinate the chicken in yogurt for at least 30 minutes, or up to 3 hours for a deeper Delhi-style flavor. Ginger and garlic give the marinade a soft spice base.
🍽️ Serving suggestion: Serve with naan or basmati rice.
Good sources
Approximate vitamin / mineral assessment based on the recipe's ingredients. For precise nutrition tracking, consult a doctor or dietitian.
- Protein source
- Iron
- Calcium
- Vitamin C
- Vitamin B12
Nutrition (per serving)
~490
kcal calories
29
g protein
14
g carbs
33
g fat
Protein 25%Carbs 12%Fat 63%
GI 27 · Low GIGL 4 · Low GL
7.6g
Sugar
2.9g
Fiber
301.3mg
Sodium
21.7g
Saturated fat
Approximate values, derived from ingredient amounts using USDA FoodData Central and TÜBİTAK Turkish Food Composition Database. Actual values can vary by roughly ±20% depending on cooking method, brand, and portion size. For diet or medical conditions, consult a dietitian or doctor.
Satiety (per serving)
8/10Strong satiety, counts as a main meal
This recipe may contain allergens
- Milk
Allergens are derived automatically from the ingredient list, covering the main groups of the EU-14 food allergen standard (gluten, milk, eggs, peanuts, tree nuts, soy, seafood, sesame, celery, mustard). Cross-contamination (shared kitchen equipment, shared surfaces) isn't tracked, if you have a serious allergy, review the full ingredient list yourself and ask about preparation.
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FAQ
How many servings does Butter Chicken make?
This recipe serves 4.How long does Butter Chicken take?
Prep 35 minutes, cooking 35 minutes, including 30 minutes of passive resting; 100 minutes in total.Is Butter Chicken difficult?
This recipe is rated medium.How many calories does Butter Chicken have?
Approximately 490 kcal per serving. Protein: 29g, carbs: 14g, fat: 33g.Which allergens does Butter Chicken contain?
This recipe contains Milk. Check it against your dietary needs.Which cuisine does Butter Chicken belong to?
This recipe belongs to Indian cuisine.How many ingredients does Butter Chicken need?
This recipe needs 9 ingredients.Is Butter Chicken filling?
Satiety bar per serving is 8/10; strongly filling, works as a main meal. The score is based on protein, fiber and the satiety index.
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