Butter Chicken (Murgh Makhani)

Name: Butter Chicken (Murgh Makhani)
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 35 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4
Ingredients: Ingredients; Marinade; 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken thighs or breasts, cut into bite-sized pieces; 1/2 cup plain yogurt; 1 tablespoon lemon juice; 1 tablespoon ginger paste; 1 tablespoon garlic paste; 1 teaspoon ground cumin; 1 teaspoon ground coriander; 1 teaspoon garam masala; 1/2 teaspoon turmeric; 1/2 teaspoon chili powder; Salt, to taste; Sauce; 2 tablespoons butter (ghee or regular); 1 medium onion, finely chopped; 2 cloves garlic, minced; 1 tablespoon ginger paste; 1 teaspoon ground cumin; 1 teaspoon garam masala; 1 teaspoon chili powder (adjust to taste); 1 can (15 oz) tomato sauce or 3 medium tomatoes, pureed; 1/2 cup heavy cream (or coconut milk for dairy-free); 1 tablespoon sugar (optional, to balance acidity); Salt, to taste; Fresh cilantro (for garnish)