Butter chicken

Butter chicken
Butter chicken served with naan
Alternative namesChicken makhani, murgh makhani
CourseCurry
Place of origin India
Region or stateDelhi
Associated cuisineIndian
Created byKundan Lal Gujral and Kundan Lal Jaggi
Main ingredientsButter, tomatoes, chicken, garam masala, kasuri methi
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Butter chicken or Murgh Makhni (Hindi : मुर्ग मखनी) is a curry made from chicken cooked in a spiced tomato and butter-based (makhan) gravy. The gravy is known for its creamy, rich texture. It is similar to chicken tikka masala, which uses a tomato paste. The dish originated in Delhi, India.

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