Description
Butter Chicken is a beloved dish in Indian cuisine that epitomizes comfort food. This easy-to-follow recipe features succulent chicken marinated in a tangy yogurt and spice blend, simmered in a luscious tomato-cream sauce. Perfect for family dinners or entertaining guests, this rich and creamy dish pairs beautifully with naan bread or basmati rice. With its harmonious blend of spices and textures, Butter Chicken is sure to impress anyone who takes a bite. Prepare to indulge in a flavor-packed experience that brings the taste of India right to your kitchen!
Ingredients
Scale
- 500 grams boneless skinless chicken thighs
- 1 cup plain yogurt
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice
- 2 teaspoons garam masala
- 1 teaspoon turmeric powder
- 1 teaspoon chili powder
- 3 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 1 onion, finely chopped
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1-inch piece ginger, grated
- 1 cup crushed tomatoes
- 1 cup heavy cream
- Fresh cilantro for garnish
Instructions
- Marinate the chicken: In a bowl, mix yogurt, lemon juice, garam masala, turmeric, chili powder, and salt. Add chicken pieces and marinate for at least one hour.
- Cook the chicken: Heat butter in a skillet over medium heat. Add the marinated chicken and cook until browned (about 10 minutes).
- Prepare the sauce: Add onions to the skillet and sauté until golden. Stir in garlic and ginger until fragrant.
- Combine ingredients: Pour in crushed tomatoes and simmer for about five minutes.
- Finish with cream: Lower heat and stir in heavy cream; cook for an additional five minutes.
- Serve: Garnish with fresh cilantro and serve with rice or naan.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Cooking
- Cuisine: Indian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 465
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 780mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 17g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 34g
- Cholesterol: 135mg