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High Protein Low Calorie Butter Chicken
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High Protein Low Calorie Butter Chicken
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Sauce
Instructions
1
In a large bowl, mix together Greek yogurt, lemon juice, garlic, ginger, garam masala, turmeric, cumin, paprika, coriander, cayenne pepper, salt, and pepper.
2
Add cubed chicken breast and toss to coat. Cover and marinate in the fridge for at least 30 minutes, ideally overnight.
3
Preheat a large skillet over medium-high heat. Sear the marinated chicken until browned and mostly cooked through. Remove and set aside.
4
In the same skillet, add tomato purée and tomato paste. Stir in garam masala, smoked paprika, turmeric, cumin, salt, and pepper.
5
Simmer for 5–7 minutes until the sauce thickens slightly.
6
Reduce heat to low and stir in the non-fat Greek yogurt until the sauce is creamy and smooth.
7
Return the chicken to the skillet and let simmer for 5–10 more minutes, until chicken is cooked through and the flavors meld.
8
Garnish with fresh cilantro and serve hot.
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Tips & Tricks (5)
- Bloom Your Spices First 🌶️Toast the dry spices (cumin, coriander, turmeric, garam masala) in a hot pan for 30-45 seconds before adding wet ingredients to unlock their essential oils and intensify flavor without adding calories.
- Greek Yogurt Tempering Technique 🥛Temper your non-fat Greek yogurt by slowly whisking in warm sauce before adding to the pan to prevent curdling and ensure a silky, creamy texture without any graininess.
- Double Marinade Method 🍗Marinate chicken breast in yogurt and spices for at least 2 hours (or overnight) to break down proteins and infuse deep flavor, ensuring juicy, tender meat despite using lean poultry.
- Ginger-Garlic Paste Concentration 🧄Make fresh ginger-garlic paste from equal parts rather than using powder—it provides superior flavor intensity and aromatic complexity that's essential for authentic butter chicken depth.
- Lemon Juice Timing for Brightness 🍋Add fresh lemon juice in two stages: half during cooking for flavor development and the remainder at the end for bright, fresh acidity that balances richness without adding calories.
Recipe Facts
Diet at a Glance
Low Carb
High Protein
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