Description
A creamy and flavorful butter chicken recipe that combines tender chicken, rich spices, and a delicious sauce, perfect for a quick weeknight dinner.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb chicken breast, cut into bite-sized pieces
- 4 tbsp butter
- 1 onion, chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 inch ginger, grated
- 1 can (15 oz) crushed tomatoes
- 1/2 cup cream
- 1 tsp garam masala
- 1 tsp cumin
- 1 tsp coriander
- 1 tsp turmeric
- Salt to taste
Instructions
- Melt butter in a large skillet over medium heat.
- Add chopped onions, garlic, and ginger; sauté until golden.
- Cook chicken pieces until browned on all sides.
- Add spices: garam masala, cumin, coriander, and turmeric. Stir for 1 minute.
- Pour in crushed tomatoes; let simmer for 10 minutes.
- Stir in cream; simmer for a few more minutes until the chicken is fully cooked.
- Taste and adjust seasoning if necessary; serve with rice or naan.
Notes
To enhance flavor, consider using boneless chicken thighs or adding extra spices.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Indian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 80mg
Keywords: butter chicken, quick dinner, Indian recipe, creamy chicken, weeknight meal