Quick & Easy Homemade Butter Chicken
Experience the warmth and comfort of a classic dish with this Quick & Easy Homemade Butter Chicken Recipe. Bursting with rich flavors and a creamy texture, this delightful meal can be prepared in just 45 minutes, making it perfect for cozy weeknight dinners or entertaining guests. With simple ingredients and easy steps, you’ll create a dish that rivals your favorite Indian restaurant. Pair it with warm naan and fluffy rice to complete the experience, and watch as everyone gathers around the table to savor every bite.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Cooking
- Cuisine: Indian
Ingredients
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- 1 ½ pounds skinless boneless chicken thighs
- 3 tablespoons vegetable oil
- 6 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 medium onion, diced
- 1 can (15 ounces) tomato sauce
- 2 cups heavy cream
- Spices: salt, garlic powder, sweet paprika, curry powder, black pepper, cayenne pepper (optional), garam masala
- Greek yogurt for marinating
Instructions
- Marinate chicken pieces in a bowl with salt, garlic powder, sweet paprika, curry powder, and Greek yogurt. Mix well and let sit.
- Heat vegetable oil and 2 tablespoons of butter in a skillet over medium heat. Sauté minced garlic and diced onion until translucent.
- Add marinated chicken to the skillet and cook until lightly browned. Stir in tomato sauce, sugar, salt, black pepper, cayenne pepper (if using), heavy cream, garam masala, and additional curry powder.
- Simmer on low heat for about 15-20 minutes until flavors meld together beautifully.
- Adjust seasoning if necessary and stir in remaining butter before serving hot over rice with naan.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 550
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 780mg
- Fat: 38g
- Saturated Fat: 22g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 33g
- Cholesterol: 145mg