Quick & Easy Butter Chicken Recipe – Flavorful Indian Dinner
Quick & Easy Homemade Butter Chicken Recipe – Flavorful Indian Delight features tender chicken simmered in a creamy tomato sauce infused with warm spices for a comforting and flavorful meal.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
Ingredients
1 1/2 pounds boneless skinless chicken thighs cut into pieces
3 tablespoons unsalted butter
1 small onion finely chopped
3 cloves garlic minced
1 tablespoon fresh ginger grated
1 1/2 cups tomato puree
1 cup heavy cream
1 teaspoon garam masala
1 teaspoon ground cumin
1 teaspoon ground coriander
1 teaspoon paprika
1 teaspoon salt
Pinch sugar optional
Chopped fresh cilantro for garnish
Instructions
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Season chicken lightly with salt and garam masala.
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Melt butter in skillet and cook onion until soft.
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Add garlic and ginger and sauté briefly.
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Add chicken and cook until lightly browned.
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Stir in tomato puree and spices and simmer 8 to 10 minutes.
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Add cream and simmer until sauce thickens and chicken is fully cooked.
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Adjust seasoning and garnish with cilantro before serving.
Notes
Simmer gently to prevent cream from separating.
Adjust spice level to preference.
Serve with rice or naan.