Description
Experience the rich and aromatic flavors of Butter Chicken, a classic Indian dish that transforms tender chicken into a creamy, spiced delight. Perfect for family dinners or gatherings, this recipe is easy to prepare and pairs wonderfully with naan or rice. Indulge in a meal that will impress guests and satisfy cravings!
Ingredients
Scale
- 3–4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1 lb)
- 1 cup plain yogurt
- 4 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- 2-inch piece fresh ginger, grated
- 1 cup tomato puree
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
- 4 tbsp unsalted butter
- 1 tsp ground cumin
- 1 tsp garam masala
- 1/2 tsp ground turmeric
- Salt to taste
Instructions
- Marinate the chicken: In a bowl, mix yogurt, garlic, ginger, and spices. Add cubed chicken and coat well. Cover and refrigerate for at least 1 hour.
- Sauté onions: Heat butter in a skillet over medium heat. Add chopped onions and cook until golden brown.
- Add spices: Stir in cumin, garam masala, turmeric, and salt; cook for about 2 minutes.
- Introduce tomato puree: Pour in the tomato puree and let simmer for about 5 minutes until slightly thickened.
- Cook chicken: Add the marinated chicken and any leftover marinade. Cook until chicken is fully cooked (about 10 minutes).
- Final touches: Lower heat and mix in cream; simmer for an additional 5 minutes.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (250g)
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 27g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 36g
- Cholesterol: 120mg
Keywords: For added depth of flavor, marinate the chicken overnight. For a vegetarian twist, substitute chicken with paneer or chickpeas. Adjust the spice level by adding chili peppers if desired.