Butter Chicken

Instructions

1. 1
   Heat 1 tablespoon ghee in a large pan over high heat. Sear chicken pieces until golden on all sides, then remove and set aside.
2. 2
   In the same pan, heat remaining ghee and add chopped onions. Sauté until golden brown, about 8 minutes.
3. 3
   Add minced garlic and ginger, cook for 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
4. 4
   Stir in tomato paste and cook for 2 minutes, then add canned tomatoes and their juice.
5. 5
   Add garam masala, cumin, paprika, chili powder, salt, sugar, and bay leaf. Simmer for 10 minutes.
6. 6
   Return chicken to the pan and simmer for 15 minutes until cooked through.
7. 7
   Stir in heavy cream and cook for 5 more minutes until sauce reaches desired consistency.
8. 8
   Garnish with fresh cilantro and serve hot with basmati rice or naan bread.