NUTRITION

SERVINGS

INGREDIENTS

5 oz chicken breast

0.5 cup cooked basmati rice

0.5 tbsp ghee

0.5 cup tomato puree

0.25 cup plain Greek yogurt

1 clove garlic

0.5 tsp grated ginger

1 tsp garam masala

0.5 tsp turmeric

0.5 tsp cumin

0.25 tsp sea salt

0.25 tsp black pepper

1 tbsp fresh cilantro

PREPARATION

• 1

  Prepare the basmati rice according to package instructions if not already cooked.

• 2

  In a medium bowl, toss the cubed chicken breast with half of the garam masala, turmeric, cumin, sea salt, and black pepper.

• 3

  Heat the ghee in a large skillet over medium-high heat until melted and shimmering.

• 4

  Add the seasoned chicken to the skillet and sear until golden brown on all sides, then remove the chicken and set it aside on a plate.

• 5

  In the same skillet, add the minced garlic and grated ginger, sautéing for about 1 minute until highly fragrant.

• 6

  Pour in the tomato puree and add the remaining half of the spices, stirring well and simmering for 5 minutes on medium-low heat.

• 7

  Whisk in the plain Greek yogurt until the sauce becomes a smooth, creamy orange consistency.

• 8

  Return the seared chicken to the skillet and simmer for another 3-4 minutes until the chicken is cooked through and the sauce has thickened.

• 9

  Serve the spiced butter chicken over the fluffy basmati rice and garnish with fresh chopped cilantro.