Ingredients
– 1 pound ground chicken (or lean ground meat of choice)
– 1/2 cup breadcrumbs
– 1/4 cup grated parmesan cheese
– 1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro
– 1 large egg
– 2 cloves garlic, minced
– 1 tablespoon ginger, minced
– 1 teaspoon garam masala
– 1 teaspoon cumin
– 1/2 teaspoon turmeric
– 1/2 teaspoon chili powder
– Salt and pepper to taste
– 1 tablespoon vegetable oil (for frying)
Instructions
Creating Butter Chicken Meatballs is a breeze with these simple steps:
1. Prepare the Meatball Mixture: In a large bowl, combine ground chicken, breadcrumbs, parmesan cheese, chopped cilantro, egg, minced garlic, minced ginger, garam masala, cumin, turmeric, chili powder, salt, and pepper. Mix until well combined.
2. Form the Meatballs: Shape the mixture into meatballs, about 1 inch in diameter. Set aside.
3. Cook the Meatballs: In a large skillet, heat vegetable oil over medium heat. Add the meatballs in batches and cook until browned on all sides, about 5-7 minutes. Remove and set aside.
4. Make the Sauce: In the same skillet, melt butter. Add chopped onion and sauté until translucent, about 5 minutes.
5. Add the Tomatoes: Pour in the crushed tomatoes, stirring well. Let it simmer for about 5 minutes.
6. Stir in the Cream: Slowly add the heavy cream or coconut milk, stirring until incorporated. Add garam masala, cumin, and salt to taste. Allow the sauce to simmer for another 5 minutes.
7. Combine Meatballs and Sauce: Gently add the browned meatballs back into the skillet with the sauce. Cover and simmer for 10 minutes to allow the flavors to meld.
8. Garnish: Remove from heat and garnish with fresh cilantro before serving.
These steps will guide you in creating these incredible Butter Chicken Meatballs effortlessly.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25-30 minutes
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4-6 servings
- Calories: 320 kcal
- Fat: 18g
- Protein: 24g