Butter Chicken

There’s so much to love about this classic dish: It’s comforting, creamy, rich, and full of flavor, and never fails to brighten up my day.

10 minutes to 15 minutes

COOK TIME

20 minutes to 25 minutes

1 medium yellow onion

3 cloves garlic

1 (1-inch) piece fresh ginger

1 tablespoon plus 1 teaspoon garam masala, divided

½ teaspoon plus ¼ teaspoon ground turmeric, divided

¾ teaspoon plus ½ teaspoon ground cumin, divided

Pinch cayenne pepper (optional)

2 pounds boneless, skinless chicken breasts or thighs

Kosher salt

Freshly ground black pepper

6 tablespoons unsalted butter, divided

1 (3-inch) cinnamon stick

1 tablespoon tomato paste

1 (16-ounce) can tomato sauce

1 ¼ cups water

½ cup heavy cream

1 tablespoon freshly squeezed lemon juice

2 tablespoons chopped fresh cilantro

Cooked basmati rice or naan, for serving

Directions at thekitchn.com

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