Quick & Easy Homemade Butter Chicken
Quick & Easy Homemade Butter Chicken is a comforting dish that blends tender chicken in a rich, creamy sauce infused with aromatic spices. Perfect for busy weeknights or festive gatherings, this flavorful recipe invites everyone to the table with its mouthwatering aroma and satisfying taste. With minimal effort, you can create an impressive meal that will delight your family and friends.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Indian
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken thighs
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 2 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 tbsp fresh ginger, grated
- 1 cup canned tomato puree
- ½ cup heavy cream
- 1 tsp cumin powder
- 1 tsp coriander powder
- ½ tsp garam masala
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Cut chicken into bite-sized pieces and season with salt and pepper. Heat oil in a skillet over medium heat and cook chicken until golden brown.
- Add minced garlic and grated ginger; sauté for one minute until fragrant.
- Stir in tomato puree, cumin, coriander, and garam masala. Simmer for five minutes on low heat.
- Lower the heat further and mix in heavy cream; simmer gently for another five minutes.
- Adjust seasoning if needed and serve over basmati rice or naan.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 360
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 680mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 90mg