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Homemade Butter Chicken Recipe

Creamy Homemade Butter Chicken Recipe You'll Love

This Homemade Butter Chicken Recipe is a quick and easy dish that brings rich flavors to your table, perfect for any weeknight dinner.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Marinating Time 15 minutes
Total Time 1 hour
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Indian
Calories: 540
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken
  • 1 pound Skinless Boneless Chicken Thighs
  • 1 teaspoon Salt Adjust according to taste
  • 1 teaspoon Garlic Powder Fresh garlic can be used for more flavor
For the Marinade
  • 1 tablespoon Sweet Paprika
  • 1 tablespoon Curry Powder
  • 1 cup Greek Yogurt Dairy-free yogurt can be used
For the Sauce
  • 2 tablespoons Vegetable Oil Can use any neutral oil
  • 2 tablespoons Butter Margarine can be used for dairy-free option
  • 6 cloves Garlic Minced
  • 1 medium Onion Diced
  • 1 can Tomato Sauce 15-ounce, can substitute with crushed tomatoes
  • 1 teaspoon Sugar Balances acidity
  • 1 teaspoon Black Pepper Adjust to preference
  • 2 cups Heavy Cream Coconut cream can be used
  • 1 teaspoon Cayenne Pepper Optional for heat
  • 1 teaspoon Garam Masala Can mix cumin, coriander, and cardamom if needed
For Garnish
  • Fresh Parsley Optional, cilantro can be substituted

Equipment

  • Large Skillet
  • Mixing Bowl

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Marinate Chicken: In a mixing bowl, combine chicken thighs, salt, garlic powder, sweet paprika, curry powder, and Greek yogurt. Mix well and let marinate for 15 minutes.
  2. Cook Chicken: Heat vegetable oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add marinated chicken and sauté for 8-10 minutes until golden brown. Remove chicken and set aside.
  3. Prepare Sauce Base: In the same skillet, melt butter and add minced garlic and diced onion. Sauté for 3-5 minutes until the onion is translucent.
  4. Build Sauce: Stir in tomato sauce and sugar. Let the sauce simmer for 2 minutes before returning the chicken to the skillet.
  5. Finish Sauce: Gradually pour in heavy cream while stirring. Season with black pepper and garam masala. Optionally add cayenne pepper and simmer for 10 minutes.
  6. Complete: Stir in remaining butter until melted. Taste the sauce and adjust seasoning as needed. Serve over naan or rice.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 540kcalCarbohydrates: 12gProtein: 35gFat: 38gSaturated Fat: 23gPolyunsaturated Fat: 3gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 150mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 1gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 200IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 150mgIron: 3mg

Notes

This dish is fulfilling and customizable, suitable for family dinners or gatherings. For deeper flavor, marinate chicken up to 2 hours. Substitute heavy cream with coconut cream for a lighter dish.

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