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Paleo Butter Chicken
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Ingredients
4
lbs.
boneless
skinless chicken thighs, cut into bite-sized pieces
8
tablespoons
ghee
divided
1
large onion
diced
4
garlic cloves
minced
2
teaspoons
garam masala
2
teaspoons
chili powder
1
teaspoon
ground cardamom
1
teaspoon
ground coriander
1
teaspoon
ground ginger
1
teaspoon
cumin
1/4-1/2
teaspoon
cayenne powder
1
teaspoon
sea salt
1
tablespoon
lemon juice
1
cup
tomato paste
1 1/4
cups
coconut milk
Instructions
In a large 8 quart soup pot, heat 4 tablespoons of ghee over medium heat. Once hot, add the onion and saute until translucent.
Turn heat down to low and add minced garlic and spices. Mix well and saute until fragrant, about 2 minutes.
Add sea salt, lemon juice, tomato paste, coconut milk, and the remainder of the ghee. Mix well.
Turn heat up to medium low and bring sauce to a simmer. Add chicken and stir until well covered.
Cover pot and cook for approximately 20 minutes or until chicken is cooked, stirring occasionally.
Notes
Adapted from Everyday Paleo by Sarah Fragoso