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Butter Chicken (Dairy, Gluten, Egg, Soy, Nut Free)

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  • Total Time: 50 minutes
  • Yield: 6-8 servings 1x

Ingredients

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  • 4 TB vegan soy free butter, divided
  • 2 shallots, finely chopped
  • ½ white onion, chopped
  • 1 tsp garlic powder
  • 1 tsp ground ginger
  • 4 tsp apple cider vinegar
  • 4 tsp garam masala, divided
  • 2 tsp chili powder
  • 2 tsp ground cumin
  • 2 bay leaves
  • 2 cups tomato puree
  • 2 cups unsweetened oat milk (or rice milk)
  • ½ cup plain oat or coconut yogurt
  • Salt and black pepper, to taste
  • 2 lb boneless, skinless chicken thighs, cut into bite-size pieces
  • ½ tsp cayenne pepper (optional, adjust to taste)
  • 2 tbsp cornstarch
  • ½ cup water

Instructions

  1. Cook aromatics: Heat 1 tbsp sunflower oil in a large pan over medium heat. Add shallot and onion; sauté until soft.
  2. Add spices: Stir in ginger garlic paste, 1 tsp garam masala, chili powder, cumin, and bay leaf. Cook 1–2 minutes until fragrant.
  3. Add chicken: Add chicken pieces and cook 3–4 minutes, stirring to coat with spices.
  4. Add liquids: Stir in tomato puree, oat milk, and oat yogurt. Add lemon juice, salt, and pepper. Bring to a gentle simmer.
  5. Cook: Cover and simmer 15–20 minutes until chicken is cooked through.
  6. Thicken sauce: Mix cornstarch with water, then stir into the curry. Cook 2–3 minutes until sauce thickens.
  7. Finish: Sprinkle remaining 1 tsp garam masala on top, adjust seasoning, and serve hot.
  • Author: Nikki
  • Prep Time: 15
  • Cook Time: 35