Butter Chicken Recipe

Cook time: 35 minutes plus 3 to 12 hours marinate time           

Serves: 4-5 people

Ingredients:

• 800g chicken thigh fillets
• 2 Tablespoons greek yoghurt
• 3 Tablespoons butter
• 410g can tomato puree
• 2 Tablespoons tomato paste
• 300ml thickened cream
• 3.5 teaspoons white sugar
• 1 and a half teaspoons Celinas Pantry Butter Chicken spice mix
• 100ml water
• 1 quarter teaspoon chilli powder (optional)

Method:

• Cut chicken thigh fillets into large 1.5 inch pieces.
• Combine chicken with 1 teaspoon Celinas Pantry Butter Chicken Spice mix and mix thoroughly, ensuring the chicken is evenly coated. allow to sit for 30 minutes.
• Add the greek yoghurt to the chicken and mix until well combined. Leave to marinate for at least 3 hours or over night if possible.
• Melt butter over medium heat in a large saucepan or skillet.
• Add the previously marinated chicken and cook over high heat until well sealed.
• Now add the remaining half teaspoon of Celina's Pantry Butter Chicken spice mix along with the remaining ingredients.
• Simmer uncovered on medium low heat for 25-35 minutes or until the colour of the sauce is vibrant and bright and the chicken is cooked through.
• Taste for seasoning. this is where you might need to add a pinch of salt, sugar or chilli powder according to your taste preference.
• Serve over steamed rice and top with slivered almonds and coriander if desired.