Butter Chicken with Chickpeas

Ingredients

• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 onion, diced
• 3 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 teaspoon ground ginger
• 1 teaspoon ground cumin
• 1 teaspoon ground coriander
• 1 teaspoon garam masala
• 1/2 teaspoon turmeric
• 1/2 teaspoon chili powder
• 1/2 teaspoon ground black pepper
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1 (14.5-ounce) can diced tomatoes
• 1/2 cup heavy cream
• 1/4 cup butter
• 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken thighs, cut into 1-inch cubes
• 1 (15-ounce) can chickpeas, drained and rinsed
• 1/4 cup cilantro, chopped

Directions

1. Heat oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the onion and cook until softened, about 5 minutes. Add the garlic, ginger, cumin, coriander, garam masala, turmeric, chili powder, black pepper, and salt. Cook for 1 minute, stirring constantly.
2. Add the diced tomatoes and cook for 5 minutes, stirring occasionally.
3. Add the heavy cream, butter, and chicken cubes. Cook for 10 minutes, stirring occasionally.
4. Add the chickpeas and cook for 5 minutes, stirring occasionally.
5. Add the cilantro and cook for 1 minute, stirring constantly.
6. Serve hot.

Interesting Facts

• Butter chicken is a popular Indian dish that has been around since the 1950s.
• Chickpeas are a great source of protein, fiber, and antioxidants.
• Garam masala is a blend of spices commonly used in Indian cooking.