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Quick & Easy Homemade Butter Chicken Recipe

Quick & Easy Homemade Butter Chicken Recipe


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  • Author: Mary & Susan
  • Total Time: 45 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings
  • Diet: Non-Vegetarian

Description

This Quick & Easy Homemade Butter Chicken Recipe is a delicious fusion of Indian flavors with a creamy, buttery sauce that pairs perfectly with naan bread and steamed rice. Tender marinated chicken is cooked to perfection and simmered in a rich, aromatic sauce that will have your taste buds dancing.


Ingredients

For the Chicken & Marinade:

  • 1 ½ pounds skinless boneless chicken thighs, cut into bite-sized chunks
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon sweet paprika
  • ½ teaspoon curry powder
  • 1 tablespoon Greek yogurt

For the Butter Chicken Sauce:

  • 3 tablespoons vegetable oil
  • 3 tablespoons butter, divided
  • 6 garlic cloves, minced
  • 1 medium onion, diced
  • 1 15-ounce can tomato sauce
  • 1 teaspoon sugar
  • 1 teaspoon salt (adjust to taste)
  • ½ teaspoon black pepper
  • 2 cups heavy cream
  • ½ teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional for heat)
  • 1 teaspoon garam masala
  • ½ teaspoon curry powder
  • ¼ cup freshly chopped parsley (optional, for garnish)

To Serve:

  • Naan bread
  • Steamed rice

Instructions

  1. Marinate the Chicken: In a medium bowl, combine chicken, salt, garlic powder, sweet paprika, curry powder, and Greek yogurt. Let it marinate for at least 15 minutes.
  2. Cook the Chicken: Heat oil in a skillet, cook marinated chicken until golden brown. Set aside.
  3. Prepare the Sauce Base: Sauté garlic and onion in butter until translucent.
  4. Build the Sauce: Add tomato sauce, sugar, and heavy cream. Simmer until it thickens.
  5. Season and Simmer: Add spices and let the sauce simmer for 10 minutes.
  6. Finish with Butter: Stir in cold butter for a silky finish.
  7. Serve and Enjoy: Serve hot with naan bread and rice.

Notes

  • You can adjust the spice levels by increasing or decreasing the cayenne pepper.
  • Feel free to garnish with additional chopped parsley for a fresh touch.
  • Prep Time: 5 minutes
  • Cook Time: 25 minutes
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Stovetop
  • Cuisine: American, Indian

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 serving
  • Calories: 580
  • Sugar: 4g
  • Sodium: 720mg
  • Fat: 42g
  • Saturated Fat: 24g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 14g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 12g
  • Fiber: 2g
  • Protein: 38g
  • Cholesterol: 230mg