Oven-Baked Indian Butter Chicken Thighs
The Easy Indian Butter Grilled Chicken Thighs recipe offers a delightful blend of rich Indian spices and smoky grill flavors, creating a mouthwatering meal that's both easy to prepare and delicious. Juicy chicken thighs marinated in a creamy, spiced sauce are grilled to perfection, making them ideal for any dining occasion. Pair with basmati rice or naan for a complete, satisfying dish that's sure to impress.
Ingredients
- 1 cup Butter divided
- 1 Onion minced
- 1 tbsp Minced garlic
- 1 15 ounce Can tomato sauce
- 3 cups Heavy cream
- 2 tsp Salt
- 1 tsp Cayenne pepper
- 1 tbsp Garam masala
- 4 lbs Chicken Thighs
- 2 tbsp Vegetable oil
- 2 tbsp Tandoori masala
Instructions
- In a large skillet, over medium heat, add 2 tablespoons butter. Heat until melted.
- Add the onion and garlic, and cook slowly until the onion caramelizes to a dark brown, about 15 minutes.
- In a medium sized saucepan add the cream, tomato sauce, remaining butter, salt, cayenne pepper, and garam masala, whisk to combine.
- Place the saucepan over medium to high heat and bring to a simmer. Stirring often.
- Reduce the heat to the sauce pan to medium-low, cover, and simmer for 20 minutes. Make sure to stir occasionally while the sauce cooks.
- Add the caramelized onions and minced garlic to the saucepan. Stir to combine.
- Remove from the heat and allow to reach room temperature
- Preheat your oven to 375 degrees. In a large sealable bag add your chicken thighs and masala spice.
- Shake your rub to evenly coat your chicken.
- Add 1⁄2 of your sauce to the chicken and toss or rub to evenly coat. Place the chicken thighs on the baking sheet.
- Bake for 20 minutes. Remove the chicken from the oven and coat the chicken with 1⁄4 of the remaining sauce.
- Place back in the oven for another 15-20 minutes. Remove the chicken from the oven and coat with the remaining sauce.
- Turn your oven to broil medium to high, place the chicken back in the oven for 5-6 minutes until crispy.
- Garnish and serve