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Spicy Butter Chicken Recipe

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This Spicy Butter Chicken recipe features tender organic chicken breast chunks marinated with smoky and aromatic spices, seared to perfection, and simmered in a rich, creamy, and vibrant butter sauce. The sauce is blended smooth with a medley of garlic, ginger, tomatoes, and seasonings, creating a luscious blend of heat and flavor. Perfectly paired with naan, rice, or potatoes, this dish offers a comforting yet exciting Indian-inspired meal that’s simple to prepare and packed with bold flavors.

Ingredients

Spicy Butter Chicken:

  • 2 lbs. organic chicken breast, chopped into chunks
  • 2 tsps On Everything All-Purpose Blend (see Notes for blend details)
  • 2 tsps smoked paprika, divided
  • 2 Tbsps extra virgin olive oil
  • 2 Tbsps unsalted butter
  • 1 onion, chopped (yellow, white, or red)
  • 3 garlic cloves, minced
  • 1 tablespoon minced fresh ginger
  • 1 tablespoon Garam Masala (or substitute with cumin + allspice)
  • 1 teaspoon turmeric powder
  • 1 teaspoon red pepper flakes (adjust heat level as desired)
  • ½ teaspoon sea salt
  • ½ teaspoon black pepper
  • ½ teaspoon dried parsley
  • Pinch of cayenne pepper
  • 1 (14 oz.) can diced tomatoes, organic (or 2 cups fresh diced tomatoes)
  • 1 cup organic heavy cream
  • ½ cup organic chicken stock (or chicken bone broth)

Garnish:

  • Chopped fresh parsley, optional

Instructions

  1. Season the Chicken: In a bowl, combine the cleaned and rinsed chicken chunks with 1 teaspoon smoked paprika and the On Everything All-Purpose Blend. Let the chicken sit for 5-10 minutes to absorb the seasonings. For best results, place the coated chicken in a sealed ziplock bag and marinate in the refrigerator for at least 3 hours or overnight. Before cooking, allow the chicken to rest at room temperature for 15-20 minutes.
  2. Sear the Chicken: Heat the extra virgin olive oil in a medium skillet over medium-high heat. Once hot, add the seasoned chicken pieces and cook for 3-4 minutes on each side until they are nicely browned. Remove the chicken from the skillet and set aside.
  3. Make the Spicy Butter Sauce: In the same skillet over medium-high heat, melt the unsalted butter. Add the minced garlic, chopped onions, and ginger, sautéing until they become fragrant and golden brown. Stir in diced tomatoes, remaining On Everything All-Purpose Blend, Garam Masala, turmeric, remaining smoked paprika, red pepper flakes, cayenne pepper, dried parsley, sea salt, and black pepper. Mix well and allow the flavors to meld for a few minutes, then remove from heat.
  4. Blend the Sauce: Carefully transfer the sauce mixture to a high-powered blender and blend until smooth and creamy, about 2-3 minutes. Be cautious handling hot ingredients.
  5. Assembly and Simmering: Return the blended sauce to the skillet over medium-high heat. Add the seared chicken chunks back into the sauce and stir to combine. Reduce heat to low and simmer gently for 15-20 minutes, or until the sauce thickens and chicken is fully cooked and tender. For extra richness, optionally stir in an additional 2 tablespoons of butter during simmering.
  6. Serving: Garnish with chopped fresh parsley if desired. Serve hot alongside naan bread, basmati rice, coconut rice, brown rice, baked sweet potatoes, pita bread, or mashed potatoes for a complete meal.

Notes

  • The On Everything All-Purpose Blend is a custom spice mix that adds authentic flavor and can be purchased or made at home using a combination of garlic, onion, sesame seeds, poppy seeds, and salt.
  • Adjust red pepper flakes and cayenne pepper according to your preferred spice heat level.
  • You can substitute Garam Masala with a mix of cumin and allspice if Garam Masala is not available.
  • For enhanced flavor and nutrients, consider using chicken bone broth instead of regular chicken stock.
  • Marinating the chicken overnight improves flavor penetration and tenderness.
  • Be cautious when blending hot sauce mixtures; allow them to cool slightly to avoid blending splatters.

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