Description
Quick & Easy Homemade Butter Chicken is a creamy, flavorful Indian dish that brings warmth to your dinner table in under 30 minutes. Tender chicken pieces simmered in a rich tomato sauce, infused with aromatic spices, create the perfect meal for busy weeknights or entertaining guests. Serve it over fluffy basmati rice or with warm naan for a satisfying experience that your family will cherish.
Ingredients
Scale
- 3–4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1 pound)
- 4 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon fresh ginger, grated
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 1 cup canned tomato puree
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 2 teaspoons garam masala
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1 teaspoon ground coriander
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Cut chicken into bite-sized pieces and season with salt and pepper.
- In a large skillet, melt butter over medium heat. Add garlic and ginger; sauté until fragrant (about 1 minute).
- Add chicken to the skillet; cook until no longer pink (5-7 minutes).
- Stir in tomato puree; simmer for 5 minutes.
- Add heavy cream and spices; stir to combine and simmer on low for 10 minutes until thickened.
- Serve hot with basmati rice or naan bread.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 420
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 500mg
- Fat: 28g
- Saturated Fat: 16g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 150mg
Keywords: - Marinate the chicken beforehand for deeper flavor if time permits.- Adjust spice levels by adding chili flakes for heat.- Substitute coconut milk for a dairy-free option.