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Quick & Easy Homemade Butter Chicken


  • Author: Chef Lalybeth
  • Total Time: 40 minutes
  • Yield: 4 1x

Description

A simple, flavorful Indian dish made with tender chicken in a creamy tomato-based sauce.


Ingredients

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  • 500g boneless chicken thighs, cut into pieces
  • 2 tablespoons butter
  • 1 onion, finely chopped
  • 3 garlic cloves, minced
  • 1 tablespoon ginger, grated
  • 1 teaspoon garam masala
  • 1 teaspoon turmeric
  • 1 teaspoon chili powder
  • 1 cup tomato puree
  • 1/2 cup heavy cream
  • Salt to taste
  • Fresh cilantro for garnish

Instructions

  1. Marinate the chicken with ginger, garlic, garam masala, turmeric, and chili powder for 15 minutes.
  2. In a pan, melt butter over medium heat and sauté onions until golden.
  3. Add the marinated chicken and cook until browned.
  4. Stir in tomato puree and simmer for 10 minutes.
  5. Add heavy cream and cook for another 5 minutes until the sauce thickens.
  6. Garnish with fresh cilantro and serve hot.

Notes

For a spicier version, increase the chili powder. Serve with naan or rice.

  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 25 minutes
  • Method: Main Course
  • Cuisine: Indian

Nutrition

  • Calories: 450
  • Sugar: 5g
  • Fat: 30g
  • Carbohydrates: 10g
  • Protein: 35g