Homemade Butter Chicken Recipe
Indulge in the rich flavors of this Homemade Butter Chicken, where tender chicken thighs are marinated in aromatic spices and yogurt, then simmered in a creamy tomato sauce. This dish is perfect for cozy weeknight dinners or festive gatherings, inviting everyone to relish its delightful taste and inviting aroma.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main
- Method: Sauteeing
- Cuisine: Indian
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb boneless chicken thighs
- 1 cup plain yogurt
- 2 tbsp garlic and ginger paste
- 1 tbsp tandoori masala
- 1 cup tomato puree
- ½ cup heavy cream (or coconut cream for dairy-free)
- 2 tbsp cooking oil
- 1 tsp cumin powder
- Salt to taste
- Fresh cilantro for garnish
Instructions
- 1. Marinate the Chicken: In a large bowl, combine the chicken with yogurt, garlic and ginger paste, and tandoori masala. Mix thoroughly and marinate for at least 1 hour or overnight for best flavor.
- 2. Cook the Chicken: Heat oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Add the marinated chicken pieces in batches, cooking each side for about 5–7 minutes until golden brown. Remove from skillet and set aside.
- 3. Prepare the Sauce: In the same skillet, sauté onions until translucent. Stir in tomato puree, cumin powder, salt, and sugar; cook for 10–15 minutes until thickened.
- 4. Combine Ingredients: Return cooked chicken to the skillet with sauce. Pour in heavy cream and mix well. Simmer on low heat for an additional 10 minutes.
- 5. Garnish and Serve: Remove from heat, garnish with fresh cilantro, and serve hot with naan or rice.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 400
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 700mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 13g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 14g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 105mg