Uploaded April 2022 | Updated September 2026, 1 day ago
Indian butter chicken (murgh makhani) is one of the BEST chicken recipes! Juicy chicken thighs are marinated in a deliciously spiced yogurt blend. But the real MVP here is this rich and creamy curry sauce - it's ridiculously good.
Butter chicken is a favorite at Indian restaurants, but after you watch this video you'll learn how to make butter chicken at home. Hint - it's easier than you think! While there are many variations to a butter chicken recipe, mine uses kashmiri red chili powder (and other spices) for bold flavor, and cashews (plus butter and cream) for an ultra-creamy and silky sauce. Plus, I've got tips in the video to make it dairy-free as well!
Meal prep this butter chicken for the week or freeze it for the future - it's an amazing dinner recipe you're sure to love!
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► TIMESTAMPS:
00:00 Intro
00:43 Prep the ginger, garlic, and onion
01:25 Dice and marinate the chicken thighs
02:12 American chili powder vs Indian red chili powder
03:15 Cook the marinated chicken
04:04 Make the curry sauce
06:40 Combine the chicken with the curry sauce
07:12 Serve with basmati rice and top with cilantro
07:41 Taste test
► WHAT I'M WEARING
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#butterchicken #chickenrecipe #dinnerrecipes
Indian butter chicken (murgh makhani) is one of the BEST chicken recipes! Juicy chicken thighs are marinated in a deliciously spiced yogurt blend. But the real MVP here is this rich and creamy curry sauce - it's ridiculously good.
Butter chicken is a favorite at Indian restaurants, but after you watch this video you'll learn how to make butter chicken at home. Hint - it's easier than you think! While there are many variations to a butter chicken recipe, mine uses kashmiri red chili powder (and other spices) for bold flavor, and cashews (plus butter and cream) for an ultra-creamy and silky sauce. Plus, I've got tips in the video to make it dairy-free as well!
Meal prep this butter chicken for the week or freeze it for the future - it's an amazing dinner recipe you're sure to love!
🖨 Printable Butter Chicken Recipe: downshiftology.com/recipes/butter-chicken
Sign up for weekly emails (never miss a recipe!): https://mailchi.mp/downshiftology/youtube/
Join the private Facebook group of fellow Downshifters around the world: facebook.com/groups/downshiftologycommunity
► PRODUCTS MENTIONED:
Kashmiri Red Chili Powder: amzn.to/3ks52F3
Large Cast Iron Pan: amzn.to/3EYL5PO
Tongs: amzn.to/3krW6zK
► ALWAYS IN MY KITCHEN:
Counter Stools: bit.ly/2tUNvZG
Vitamix Blender: amzn.to/2NjFp75
Spiralizer: amzn.to/2N37WRy
Tea Kettle: amzn.to/2uuNSMp
Utensil Holder: bit.ly/2tVfGaH
Flour Jars: amzn.to/30UZESn
Salt Cellar: amzn.to/2UUyK9r
Knife Set: bit.ly/2tUGzMa
White Chef's Knife: amzn.to/3rwocy9
Cutting Board: amzn.to/2Vskgv9
Magnetic Measuring Spoons: amzn.to/2YIeKYT
Magnetic Measuring Cups: amzn.to/3hAJu6A
For everything else I use in my videos, check out the SHOP page on my website: downshiftology.com/shop
► TIMESTAMPS:
00:00 Intro
00:43 Prep the ginger, garlic, and onion
01:25 Dice and marinate the chicken thighs
02:12 American chili powder vs Indian red chili powder
03:15 Cook the marinated chicken
04:04 Make the curry sauce
06:40 Combine the chicken with the curry sauce
07:12 Serve with basmati rice and top with cilantro
07:41 Taste test
► WHAT I'M WEARING
Tank Top: bit.ly/3Kw4qsO
Jeans: bit.ly/32Fq7l5
Linen Apron: bit.ly/2twA32E
The music I use: bit.ly/2Ms5nF2 - Great music for YouTubers!
Disclaimer: product links may include affiliate links.
#butterchicken #chickenrecipe #dinnerrecipes
