Indulge in the luscious flavors of our Butter Chicken Rice Bowl. Succulent chicken simmered in a rich and creamy tomato gravy, served on a bed of fragrant basmati rice. A truly decadent and satisfying meal
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For Butter Chicken:
500 grams boneless chicken, cut into cubes
250 grams hung curd
15 grams ginger garlic paste
6 grams red chili powder
10 grams turmeric powder
15 grams Salt
30 gramss butter
15 ml refined oil
1 large onion, finely chopped
2 tomatoes, pureed
15 grams tomato paste (optional)
15 grams ginger garlic paste
6 grams red chili powder (adjust to taste)
10 grams turmeric powder
6 grams garam masala
6 grams ground coriander
6 grams ground cumin
130 grams cashew nuts, soaked in warm water
250 grams cream
15 grams Salt
Fresh coriander leaves, chopped (for garnish)
For Rice:
500 grams basmati rice, cooked
15 grams Salt
15 grams ghee or butter
Instructions:
Butter Chicken:
1. In a bowl, combine chicken cubes with Curd (Dahi), ginger garlic paste, red chili powder, turmeric powder, and salt. Let it marinate for at least 2 hours or preferably overnight in the refrigerator.
2. Heat butter and oil in a pan over medium heat.
3. Add finely chopped onions and sauté until they become golden brown.
4. Add ginger garlic paste and sauté for a minute until the raw smell disappears.
5. Add pureed tomatoes, tomato paste (if using), red chili powder, turmeric powder, garam masala, ground coriander, and ground cumin. Cook until the oil starts to separate from the masala.
6. In a blender, grind soaked cashew nuts into a smooth paste.
7. Add the cashew paste to the tomato-based masala and mix well.
8. Add the marinated chicken along with the marinade. Cook until the chicken is fully cooked and the masala coats the chicken.
9. Stir in cream and salt. Simmer for a few minutes until the curry reaches your desired consistency.
10. Garnish with chopped fresh coriander leaves.
Rice:
1. Cook basmati rice according to package instructions, adding salt and ghee or butter for flavor.
Assembling the Butter Chicken Rice Bowl:
1. In a serving bowl, add a portion of cooked basmati rice.
2. Top the rice with a generous serving of butter chicken curry.
3. Garnish with additional fresh coriander leaves if desired.
4. Serve the Butter Chicken Rice Bowl hot.
This Butter Chicken Rice Bowl combines the richness of butter chicken with the simplicity of rice, creating a delightful and satisfying meal. Enjoy the flavors of this classic Indian dish in a convenient bowl format.
