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Quick & Easy Homemade Butter Chicken Recipe

Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Servings 4 servings
Calories 550
A flavorful and creamy butter chicken made quickly at home, perfect for a satisfying meal.

Ingredients

Meat

  • 1.5 pounds skinless boneless chicken thighs, cut into bite-sized chunks
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon sweet paprika
  • 0.5 teaspoon curry powder
  • 1 tablespoon greek yogurt
  • 3 tablespoons vegetable oil
  • 3 tablespoons butter, divided
  • 6 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 medium onion, diced
  • 1 15-ounce can tomato sauce
  • 1 teaspoon sugar
  • 1 teaspoon salt (adjust to taste)
  • 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
  • 2 cups heavy cream
  • 0.5 teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional for heat)
  • 1 teaspoon garam masala
  • 0.25 cup freshly chopped parsley (optional, for garnish)

Naan bread

Steamed rice

Instructions 

  • Mix chicken with salt, garlic powder, paprika, curry powder, and yogurt; refrigerate 15 mins.
  • Sauté garlic and onion in oil and 1 tbsp butter; add tomato sauce, cream, spices; simmer briefly.
  • Cook marinated chicken until browned; add to sauce, stir in remaining butter, simmer.
  • Garnish with parsley; serve hot with naan and rice.

Notes

Adjust salt and spice levels to taste. For extra heat, add more cayenne pepper.
Calories: 550kcal
Cost: $15
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Indian
Keyword: Butter Chicken

Nutrition

Calories: 550kcal | Carbohydrates: 45g | Protein: 35g | Fat: 30g | Sodium: 900mg