Masala Butter Chicken with Colcannon

A fusion of rich Indian butter chicken with traditional Irish colcannon (mashed potatoes with cabbage and scallions). This dish combines the comforting creaminess of Irish mashed potatoes with the bold spices of Indian curry.

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Ingredients

For the Masala Butter Chicken:

500g (1 lb) boneless chicken thighs, cut into pieces

1 cup plain yogurt

1 tbsp ginger-garlic paste

1 tbsp garam masala

1 tsp ground cumin

1 tsp smoked paprika

½ tsp turmeric

½ tsp chili powder

1 tbsp lemon juice

2 tbsp butter

1 onion, finely chopped

2 tomatoes, chopped

1 tbsp tomato paste

½ cup heavy cream

½ cup chicken broth

Salt & black pepper

Fresh cilantro for garnish

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For the Irish Colcannon (Mashed Potatoes with Cabbage & Scallions):

4 large potatoes, peeled and cubed

2 tbsp butter

½ cup milk

1 cup cabbage, finely shredded

3 scallions (green onions), chopped

Salt & black pepper

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Instructions

1. Prepare the Masala Butter Chicken

Marinate the Chicken: In a bowl, mix yogurt, ginger-garlic paste, garam masala, cumin, paprika, turmeric, chili powder, lemon juice, salt, and black pepper. Coat the chicken and marinate for at least 1 hour (or overnight for best flavor).

Cook the Chicken: Heat 1 tbsp butter in a pan, add chopped onions, and sauté until golden. Add tomatoes and tomato paste, cooking until soft.

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Simmer: Add the marinated chicken and cook for 10-12 minutes. Pour in chicken broth, stir, and let simmer until the sauce thickens

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Finish: Stir in heavy cream and remaining butter, letting the sauce become rich and creamy. Set aside.

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2. Prepare the Irish Colcannon

Boil the potatoes in salted water until tender. Drain and mash with butter and milk until smooth.

In a separate pan, sauté cabbage in a little butter until softened. Stir into the mashed potatoes along with chopped scallions.

Season with salt and black pepper to taste.

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3. Serve & Garnish

Plate the warm colcannon as a bed.

Spoon the rich, creamy butter chicken on top.

Garnish with fresh cilantro.

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Why This Works?

✅ The creamy colcannon balances the bold and spicy butter chicken.
✅ Irish mashed potatoes soak up the flavorful curry sauce beautifully.
✅ A perfect blend of comfort food from both cultures!