Description
Roasted Pistachio Butter Chicken is a delectable dish that combines tender chicken thighs with a creamy, nutty sauce enriched by pistachios and aromatic spices. This one-pan wonder is perfect for weeknight dinners or special occasions, delivering warmth and rich flavors in every bite. Serve it over fluffy rice or warm naan to soak up the luscious sauce and impress everyone at your table!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb boneless chicken thighs
- 1/2 cup unsalted roasted pistachios, finely chopped
- 4 tbsp unsalted butter
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 tbsp fresh ginger, grated
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tsp ground cumin
- 1 tsp ground coriander
- 1/2 tsp ground turmeric
- Fresh cilantro for garnish
Instructions
- 1. Marinate the Chicken: Cut chicken thighs into bite-sized pieces. Combine in a bowl with minced garlic, grated ginger, cumin, coriander, and turmeric. Let marinate for 15 minutes.
- 2. Sauté Aromatics: In a large skillet, melt butter over medium heat. Add additional garlic and ginger; sauté until fragrant (about 2 minutes).
- 3. Cook Chicken: Increase heat to medium-high and add marinated chicken. Cook until browned on all sides (5-7 minutes).
- 4. Create Sauce: Pour in heavy cream, scraping the pan to incorporate brown bits. Simmer gently for 10 minutes until slightly thickened.
- 5. Incorporate Pistachios: Stir in chopped pistachios and simmer for an additional 5 minutes.
- 6. Serve: Garnish with fresh cilantro and serve over rice or naan.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Indian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (220g)
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 150mg