Quick Easy Homemade Butter Chicken: A Flavorful Delight for All
A delicious and simple recipe for homemade butter chicken that the whole family will love.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 50 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Indian
- Diet: Gluten-Free
Ingredients
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- 1 pound chicken thighs, boneless and skinless
- 1 cup plain yogurt
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 1 onion, finely chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon ginger, minced
- 2 teaspoons garam masala
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1 teaspoon turmeric
- 1 can (14 oz) crushed tomatoes
- 1 cup heavy cream
- Salt to taste
- Fresh cilantro for garnish
Instructions
- Marinate the chicken in yogurt for at least 30 minutes.
- In a large pan, melt the butter and sauté the onions until translucent.
- Add garlic and ginger, and cook for an additional minute.
- Stir in the spices, and cook for 2-3 minutes until fragrant.
- Add the marinated chicken and cook until browned.
- Pour in the crushed tomatoes and bring to a simmer.
- Stir in the cream, adjust salt and simmer for 10 minutes.
- Garnish with fresh cilantro before serving.
Notes
- This dish pairs well with rice or naan.
- Adjust spices based on heat preference.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 500
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 35g
- Saturated Fat: 20g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 150mg