Butter chicken. It’s a dish that needs no introduction, but a truly great butter chicken is a rare find. It’s the ultimate comfort food, a perfect balance of creamy tomato gravy, delicate spices, and tender, succulent chicken. In Surrey, the options are many, but the search for that one perfect, authentic butter chicken—the one that tastes like a celebration—can be long. That search ends at Baba Chicken. We bring the rich, authentic flavors of Punjab to Surrey, and our butter chicken is a cornerstone of that promise. We don’t just make butter chicken; we honor a “decade of culinary excellence” in every bowl, following the traditions that made this dish a global icon.
What makes an authentic butter chicken? It’s a dish that is often misunderstood and, sadly, poorly replicated. Many versions you’ll find are overly sweet, tasting more of sugar and cream than of complex spice. Others use shortcuts, resulting in a thin, uninspired sauce. A true makhani (buttery) sauce is a labor of love. It begins with a base of ripe tomatoes, ginger, and garlic, slow-cooked for hours to develop a deep, rich, tangy flavor. It’s balanced with just enough cream and, of course, good-quality butter to give it that signature, velvety smoothness. The flavor is rounded out not by sugar, but by aromatic spices and a hint of kasuri methi (dried fenugreek leaves), which provides a unique, savory aroma that is the hallmark of a genuine butter chicken. The chicken itself isn’t just boiled and thrown in; it should be tandoori-grilled first, so its smoky char adds another layer of complexity to the final dish.
This authentic process is the heart of the Baba Chicken secret. We are “Ludhiana’s Famous,” and we earned that title by refusing to cut corners. Our quest to serve the best butter chicken in Surrey starts with the chicken. We use premium, tender chicken pieces marinated in our signature tandoori spice blend. They are then grilled in our traditional, high-heat clay tandoor until perfectly cooked and kissed with smoke. This tandoori chicken then meets its destiny: our makhani gravy. Our sauce is a symphony of flavors, simmered patiently, just as it was done in Ludhiana. We use real tomatoes, real butter, and our proprietary blend of spices that have been passed down through our family. The result is a butter chicken that is profoundly flavorful, perfectly balanced, creamy but not heavy, and finished with that unmistakable smoky note from the tandoori chicken. It’s the real deal.
Eating our butter chicken is an experience in itself. It’s about the anticipation as the steaming, fragrant bowl arrives at your table. It’s the joy of tearing a piece of hot, fluffy garlic naan and dipping it into that luscious, deep-orange gravy, ensuring you scoop up a tender piece of chicken with it. It’s the comfort of pouring it over a bed of fragrant basmati rice and letting it soak into every grain. This isn’t just a meal; it’s a sensory journey. It’s the comfort of home, the celebration of a special occasion, and the “true taste of India,” all in one. We see it every day: the smiles, the closed eyes of pure enjoyment, the clean plates.
Why does Surrey call our butter chicken the best? Because it’s an honest dish. In a world of shortcuts, we stand by the “decades of culinary excellence” that our brand was built on. Our customers, many of whom have roots in Punjab, tell us it tastes just like home. Others, new to the flavor, tell us they finally understand what all the fuss is about. We are incredibly proud to be the ambassadors of this iconic dish at our 7322 King George Blvd location. Our doors are open, and a world of authentic flavor awaits.
Don’t settle for average. Your quest for the best butter chicken in Surrey ends here. We’ve brought the authentic, celebrated taste of Ludhiana to you. Come in and let us show you what real, decadent, and unforgettable butter chicken tastes like. Order yours today!