BUTTER CHICKEN WITH SPINACH & BASMATI

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* can also be served with Jasmine Rice * for convenience, use store-bought butter chicken paste or simmer sauce. * use tomato puree not tomato paste

Provided by Roxxy

Categories     Asian

Time 40m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 19

1 (450 g) package basmati rice
1 tablespoon butter
1 1/2 tablespoons canola oil
1 kg chicken thigh fillet, cut into 3 cm pieces
1 onion, finely chopped
1 tablespoon finely grated fresh ginger
2 garlic cloves, crushed
2 teaspoons ground cumin
1 teaspoon ground cardamom
1 teaspoon coriander powder
1 teaspoon garam masala
1/4 teaspoon chili powder
1 1/4 cups tomatoes, puree*
3 teaspoons cornflour
1/2 cup thickened cream
1/2 cup greek style natural yoghurt
50 g baby spinach leaves
salt, to taste
1/4 cup toasted sliced almonds, to serve

Steps:

  • Heat butter and 1 tablespoon of the oil in a large heavy based saucepan. Cook the chicken in batches until browned. Transfer to a bowl.
  • Reduce heat and add remaining oil. Add onion and cook, stirring occasionally, for 5 minutes or until soft.
  • Add ginger, garlic and spices. Cook, stirring, until fragrant (about 30 seconds).
  • Add tomato puree and chicken (including juices). Simmer 10 minutes, stirring occasionally.
  • Place cornflour in a small bowl. Stir in 1 tablespoon cream and set aside. Add remaining cream and yoghurt to chicken mixture - stir to combine.
  • Simmer 10 minutes, stirring occasionally. Add cornflour mixture and stir for 1 minute longer or until thickened.
  • Add spinach and stir just until wilted. Season with salt.
  • Cook rice as per directions on pack. Serve butter chicken with rice and top with flaked almonds.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 982.2, Fat 36.6, SaturatedFat 13.1, Cholesterol 259.9, Sodium 286.7, Carbohydrate 99.3, Fiber 6.3, Sugar 5.5, Protein 62.5

Naye Lee
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This butter chicken recipe is amazing! The chicken was cooked perfectly and the sauce was creamy and flavorful. The spinach added a nice touch of freshness. I will definitely be making this again!


Lisa Marie
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This butter chicken recipe is a winner! The chicken was tender and juicy, and the sauce was rich and flavorful. The spinach was a great addition. I will definitely be making this again!


Najmul Amin Munna
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This butter chicken recipe is a must-try! The chicken was cooked to perfection and the sauce was creamy and flavorful. The spinach added a nice touch of freshness. I will definitely be making this again soon.


adams_scribbles
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I've tried many butter chicken recipes, but this one is by far the best. The chicken was perfectly cooked and the sauce was rich and creamy. The spinach added a lovely touch of color and flavor. Highly recommend!


Ajmal Shehzad
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This butter chicken recipe is a winner! The chicken was tender and juicy, and the sauce was flavorful and creamy. The spinach added a nice touch of freshness. I will definitely be making this again!


Sohan Ms
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This recipe was easy to follow and the butter chicken turned out amazing! The chicken was tender and flavorful, and the sauce was creamy and rich. The spinach was a great addition. I served it over basmati rice and it was a delicious meal.


Conqueror x pro
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This butter chicken recipe is a must-try! The chicken was cooked to perfection and the sauce was rich and creamy. The addition of spinach added a nice touch of flavor. I served it over basmati rice and it was a hit with my family.


Deoleen Mwaruta
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I followed the recipe exactly and the butter chicken turned out great! The chicken was tender and juicy, and the sauce was creamy and flavorful. The spinach added a nice touch of freshness. I served it over basmati rice and it was a delicious meal. W


Basu awan
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The butter chicken with spinach and basmati rice was a delicious and easy-to-make meal. The chicken was tender and juicy, and the sauce was creamy and flavorful. The spinach added a nice pop of color and nutrients. I would definitely recommend this r


MOUNIB PC
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This recipe is a keeper! The butter chicken was delicious and the spinach added a nice touch. The sauce was creamy and flavorful, and the chicken was cooked perfectly. I would definitely recommend this recipe to anyone looking for a tasty and easy-to


Shan Iqbal
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This dish was a hit with my family! The chicken was tender and the sauce was creamy and rich. The spinach added a nice touch of freshness. We served it over basmati rice and it was a perfect meal. Will definitely make this again.


Said Bacha
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I've always been a fan of butter chicken, but this recipe takes it to the next level. The use of fresh spinach and basmati rice adds a unique twist that makes it stand out from the rest. The sauce is perfectly creamy and flavorful, and the chicken is


J Crazy
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This butter chicken recipe is a winner! The chicken was tender and juicy, and the sauce was rich and flavorful. I loved the addition of spinach, which added a nice pop of color and nutrients. I served it over basmati rice, and it was the perfect comf