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Dairy Free Butter Chicken

Dairy Free Butter Chicken
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Enjoy a rich and creamy Dairy Free Butter Chicken that’s both satisfying and allergy-friendly. Try this easy recipe today for a delicious dinner!

Ingredients

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  • 1/2 cup full-fat coconut milk
  • 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
  • 1 tablespoon ginger, minced
  • 1 1/2 tablespoons minced garlic
  • 2 teaspoons garam masala
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 teaspoon turmeric
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 2 pounds boneless, skinless chicken breasts and/or thighs, cut into bite-sized pieces
  • 4 tablespoons coconut oil, divided
  • 1 onion, finely diced
  • 5 garlic cloves, minced
  • 4 teaspoons freshly grated ginger
  • 1 chili, stemmed, seeded and minced
  • 1 tablespoon garam masala
  • 1 teaspoon ground coriander
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 1/2 cups water
  • 1/2 cup tomato paste
  • 1 tablespoon sugar
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon dried fenugreek or kasoori methi
  • 1 cup full-fat coconut milk or coconut cream (from a can)

Instructions

  1. In a large bowl, mix the marinade ingredients: coconut milk, lemon juice, ginger, garlic, and spices.
  2. Add the chicken pieces to the marinade and let sit for at least 30 minutes (or overnight for best flavor).
  3. Heat 2 tablespoons of coconut oil in a large pot over medium-high heat. Sear the marinated chicken until browned on both sides; remove from pot.
  4. In the same pot, sauté onions until translucent, then add garlic, ginger, and chili pepper.
  5. Stir in tomato paste and spices; cook briefly before adding water and sugar.
  6. Simmer the sauce until thickened; blend until smooth.
  7. Return chicken to the pot with remaining coconut milk; simmer for another 10 minutes.
  8. Serve with fresh cilantro over rice or cauliflower rice.

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