Butter Chicken - Once Upon a Chef
"This easy butter chicken recipe features ultra-tender chicken simmered in a creamy, spice-infused tomato sauce...."
INGREDIENTS
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1½ lbs chicken tenderloins, tendons trimmed, or boneless skinless breasts, cut into 1½-inch pieces (see note)
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1¼ teaspoons salt
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2 teaspoons garam masala
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3 tablespoons all-purpose flour
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2 tablespoons unsalted butter
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1 tablespoon vegetable oil
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1 medium yellow onion, finely chopped (about 1 cup)
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1½ tablespoons finely chopped fresh ginger (from a 2-inch knob) (see note)
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1 teaspoon ground coriander
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1¾ teaspoons ground cumin
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⅛ teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional)
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1 (8-ounce) can tomato sauce
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1 cup heavy cream
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¾ teaspoon sugar
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¼ teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
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3 tablespoons water
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3 tablespoons chopped fresh cilantro (optional)
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Basmati rice
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Mango chutney (such as Major Grey's)
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