Description
Butter Chicken is a creamy, spiced delight that warms the heart and satisfies the palate. This iconic Indian dish features tender chicken simmered in a luscious tomato sauce enriched with aromatic spices and finished with rich cream. Perfect for cozy dinners or special gatherings, it invites everyone to come together and savor its delicious flavors. Serve with naan or basmati rice for an unforgettable meal that will impress family and friends alike.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cut into bite-sized pieces
- 1 medium onion, finely chopped
- 4 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- 1 tbsp fresh ginger, grated
- 1 cup canned tomato puree
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 2 tbsp butter
- 1 tbsp garam masala
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Marinate chicken with salt, pepper, ginger, garlic, and half the garam masala for at least 30 minutes.
- Heat butter in a large pan over medium heat; sauté onions until golden brown (about 5 minutes).
- Add marinated chicken to the pan; cook until browned on all sides (7-10 minutes).
- Stir in tomato puree and remaining garam masala; let simmer for 15 minutes.
- Lower heat, add heavy cream, and cook for another 5 minutes until thickened.
- Serve hot with basmati rice or naan.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 900mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 18g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 34g
- Cholesterol: 120mg
Keywords: - For extra flavor, marinate chicken overnight.- Adjust spices according to your heat preference; add chili for warmth or spinach for added nutrition.- To make it vegetarian, substitute chicken with paneer or tofu.