Quick & Easy Homemade Butter Chicken
If you’re yearning for a comforting dish that feels like a warm hug, this Quick & Easy Homemade Butter Chicken Recipe is your answer! Perfect for busy weeknights or family gatherings, this creamy and flavorful dish is sure to impress. With a delightful blend of spices and a rich sauce, it pairs beautifully with warm naan and fluffy rice. Your loved ones will be asking for seconds of this delicious meal that brings everyone together. Let’s dive into the simple ingredients and straightforward preparation that will make this dish a new favorite!
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: Serves approximately 4 people 1x
- Category: Main
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Indian
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 ½ pounds skinless boneless chicken thighs
- 1 tablespoon Greek yogurt
- 3 tablespoons vegetable oil
- 6 garlic cloves
- 1 medium onion
- 1 can tomato sauce (15 ounces)
- 2 cups heavy cream
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon sweet paprika
- ½ teaspoon curry powder
- 1 teaspoon sugar
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
- ½ teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional)
- 1 teaspoon garam masala
Instructions
- Marinate chicken in yogurt, salt, garlic powder, paprika, and curry powder for at least 30 minutes.
- Heat oil and butter in a pan over medium heat; sauté garlic and onion until translucent.
- Add tomato sauce, sugar, spices, and heavy cream; simmer gently.
- Stir in marinated chicken; cook until chicken is done (about 15 minutes).
- Finish with garam masala and optional cayenne pepper for heat.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 520
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 35g
- Saturated Fat: 20g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 32g
- Cholesterol: 180mg