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A serving of dairy free butter chicken in a bowl, garnished with fresh cilantro.

Best way to grow Dairy Free Butter Chicken in 5 Steps

This recipe provides a method to prepare dairy-free butter chicken, focusing on a plant-based approach. It details the ingredients and steps to create a flavorful meal suitable for those avoiding dairy.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 4 people
Calories: 400
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main
  • 500 g Chicken breast cut into cubes
  • 2 tbsp Dairy-free butter
  • 1 medium Onion chopped
  • 2 cloves Garlic minced
  • 1 inch Ginger grated
  • 400 g Canned tomatoes crushed
  • 200 ml Coconut milk
  • 1 tsp Garam masala
  • 0.5 tsp Turmeric powder
  • 0.5 tsp Chili powder
  • to taste Salt
  • for garnish Fresh coriander

Equipment

  • Large pan
  • Chopping board
  • Knife

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Melt dairy-free butter in a large pan over medium heat, then add chopped onions and sauté until translucent.
  2. Stir in minced garlic and grated ginger, cooking for another minute until fragrant.
  3. Add chicken cubes to the pan and cook until they are lightly browned on all sides.
Cooking the sauce
  1. Pour in crushed canned tomatoes, coconut milk, garam masala, turmeric powder, and chili powder.
  2. Bring the mixture to a simmer, then reduce heat and let it cook for 15-20 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through and the sauce has thickened.
Finishing touches
  1. Season with salt to taste and garnish with fresh coriander before serving.

Notes

Adjust spice levels to your preference. Serve with rice or naan bread for a complete meal.