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Recipe of the Week

Recipe of the Week – Easy Butter Chicken

Apr 16, 2020 | 9:27 AM

Makes Serves: 4 Level very easy Prep Time 5min Total Time 30[JB1] min

  • 4bone-in, skinless chicken thighs (about 1 lb/500 g)
  • 4 tsp garam masala 20 mL
  • 1 tbsp butter 15 mL
  • 1 onion, chopped
  • 2 tbsp tandoori paste 30 mL
  • 1 tbsp minced fresh ginger 15 mL
  • 1 1/4 cup pureed tomatoes (passata) or canned crushed tomatoes 300 mL
  • 1/4 cup 35% whipping cream 60 mL
  • 1/2 cup plain 2% yogurt 125 mL
  • 2 tbsp chopped fresh cilantro 30 mL

METHOD:

Step 1 Season all sides of chicken with garam masala. Melt butter in large skillet on medium heat. Cook chicken 3 min. per side, or until golden brown. Transfer chicken to plate.

Step 2 Add onion, tandoori paste and ginger to skillet. Cook, stirring, 3 min. or until fragrant and onions start to soften.

Step 3 Stir in tomatoes and cream. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low. Add chicken back into skillet. Simmer 15 min. until chicken is cooked.

Step 4 Remove from heat. Stir in yogurt and garnish with cilantro. Serve with lime wedges and thinly sliced finger chili pepper, if desired.

Nutritional Facts Per Serving

Nutrition Description:

Per serving (1/4 of the recipe):

Calories: 290, Fat:15g, Saturated Fat: 7g, Carbs:17g, Sugar: 7g, Protein: 21g, Cholesterol:120mg

Fiber: 5g, Sodium: 430mg

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