Indian Butter Chicken: Quick 30-Minute Stovetop Dish

In a large bowl, combine yogurt, lemon juice, cumin, garam masala, coriander, turmeric, and a pinch of salt.
Add the chicken cubes and toss to coat evenly. Marinate for at least 15 minutes.
2️⃣ Sauté the Aromatics
Heat butter and oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
Add the onion, garlic, and ginger. Sauté for about 5 minutes until the onions are golden brown and fragrant.
3️⃣ Cook the Chicken
Add the marinated chicken to the skillet.
Cook for about 5 minutes, stirring occasionally to ensure even cooking of the chicken.
4️⃣ Simmer with Tomato Puree
Pour in the tomato puree and bring the mixture to a simmer.
Let it cook for about 10 minutes or until the chicken is fully cooked and tender.
5️⃣ Add the Cream
Reduce the heat to low and gently stir in the heavy cream.
Simmer for another 5 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld together and the sauce to thicken.
6️⃣ Adjust Seasoning
Taste and adjust the seasoning with salt as needed.
7️⃣ Garnish and Serve
Garnish with fresh cilantro before serving.
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