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Quick & Easy Homemade Butter Chicken Recipe

Quick & Easy Homemade Butter Chicken Recipe

Enjoy this creamy and flavorful Butter Chicken, perfect for a quick homemade meal.
Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Marinating Time 15 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Indian
Calories: 560

Ingredients
  

Marinated Chicken
  • 680 g skinless boneless chicken thighs, cut into bite-sized chunks
  • 1 tsp salt for marinating
  • 1 tsp garlic powder for marinating
  • 1 tsp sweet paprika for marinating
  • 0.5 tsp curry powder for marinating
  • 1 tbsp Greek yogurt for marinating
Cooking Ingredients
  • 3 tbsp vegetable oil for cooking chicken
  • 3 tbsp butter divided, for cooking and finishing
  • 6 cloves garlic, minced for sauce
  • 1 medium onion, diced for sauce
  • 425 ml tomato sauce for sauce
  • 1 tsp sugar to balance acidity
  • 1 tsp salt adjust to taste
  • 0.5 tsp black pepper for seasoning
  • 480 ml heavy cream for sauce
  • 0.5 tsp cayenne pepper optional, for heat
  • 1 tsp garam masala for flavor
  • 0.5 tsp curry powder for additional flavor
  • 0.25 cup freshly chopped parsley optional, for garnish
Serving Suggestions
  • 1 pack Naan bread for serving
  • 2 cups Steamed rice for serving

Equipment

  • Large Skillet

Method
 

  1. In a medium bowl, combine chicken, salt, garlic powder, sweet paprika, curry powder, and Greek yogurt. Mix well, ensuring the chicken is evenly coated. Let it marinate for at least 15 minutes while preparing the other ingredients.
  2. Heat 3 tablespoons of oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the marinated chicken and cook for about 8-10 minutes, stirring occasionally, until golden brown and cooked through. Remove the chicken from the skillet and set aside, leaving the oil in the pan.
  3. Reduce the heat to medium and add 1 tablespoon of butter to the skillet. Deglaze the pan by scraping any browned bits, adding a splash of water if needed. Add the minced garlic and diced onion, along with a pinch of salt. Sauté until the onion is translucent and fragrant.
  4. Stir in the tomato sauce and sugar. Let it simmer for 2-3 minutes before adding the chicken back into the skillet. Mix well, then pour in the heavy cream. Stir until the sauce turns a beautiful orange hue.
  5. Add cayenne pepper (if using), garam masala, curry powder, and black pepper. Let the sauce simmer on low heat for 10 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld. Add in the rest of the spices & salt to taste!
  6. Stir in the remaining 2 tablespoons of cold butter and let it melt into the sauce for a silky finish. Sprinkle with chopped parsley if desired.
  7. Serve hot with naan bread and steamed rice. Enjoy the creamy, flavorful goodness!

Nutrition

Calories: 560kcalCarbohydrates: 12gProtein: 42gFat: 38gSaturated Fat: 22gCholesterol: 200mgSodium: 1350mgPotassium: 750mgFiber: 3gSugar: 7gVitamin A: 1800IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 150mgIron: 3mg

Notes

For a richer flavor, marinate the chicken longer. You can substitute Greek yogurt with regular yogurt if preferred.
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