Keto Murgh Makhani (Butter Chicken)
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Keto Murgh Makhani (Butter Chicken)

A rich, creamy, and mildly spiced Indian classic made keto-friendly using heavy whipping cream and butter, without any added sugars.

Prep 15 minCook 20 minTotal 35 min4 servingsmedium
IndianKetoHalalGluten-Free

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Ingredients

  • Chicken breast or thighs, cut into bite-sized pieces600 g
  • Heavy Whipping Cream1 cup
  • Butter3 tbsp
  • Garlic, minced4 cloves
  • Onion, finely chopped0.5 cup
  • Tomato paste2 tbsp
  • Garam masala1.5 tsp
  • Turmeric powder0.5 tsp
  • Salt1 tsp

Instructions

  1. 1

    Melt 1 tablespoon of butter in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the chicken pieces and cook until browned on all sides, about 5-7 minutes. Remove chicken from skillet and set aside.

  2. 2

    In the same skillet, melt the remaining butter. Add the onion and garlic, sautéing until soft and fragrant.

  3. 3

    Stir in the tomato paste, garam masala, and turmeric powder, cooking for 1 minute.

  4. 4

    Reduce heat to low and pour in the heavy whipping cream, stirring constantly to combine.

  5. 5

    Return the chicken to the skillet, simmer gently for 8-10 minutes until the sauce thickens and chicken is cooked through. Season with salt to taste.

Nutrition

Estimated, per serving

395kcal

Calories

28g

Protein

5g

Carbs

30g

Fat

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