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Quick & Easy Homemade Butter Chicken Recipe to Savor

A quick and easy recipe for homemade butter chicken that is rich, creamy, and full of flavor.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Indian
Calories: 450
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1 pound boneless skinless chicken thighs, cut into bite-sized pieces
  • 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
  • 1 medium onion finely chopped
  • 3 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 tablespoon fresh ginger grated
  • 1 tablespoon garam masala
  • 1 teaspoon ground cumin
  • 1 teaspoon ground coriander
  • 1/2 teaspoon turmeric
  • 1/2 teaspoon chili powder adjust to taste
  • 1 can 14 ounces crushed tomatoes
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 1 tablespoon sugar
  • Salt to taste
  • Fresh cilantro chopped (for garnish)

Method
 

  1. In a large skillet, heat the vegetable oil over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and sauté until translucent, about 5 minutes.
  2. Stir in the minced garlic and grated ginger, cooking for an additional 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
  3. Add the chicken pieces to the skillet and cook until they are browned on all sides, about 5-7 minutes.
  4. Sprinkle the garam masala, cumin, coriander, turmeric, and chili powder over the chicken. Stir well to coat the chicken in the spices.
  5. Pour in the crushed tomatoes and stir to combine. Bring the mixture to a simmer and cook for 10 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld.
  6. Reduce the heat to low and stir in the heavy cream and sugar. Simmer for another 5 minutes, stirring occasionally. Season with salt to taste.
  7. Serve hot, garnished with chopped cilantro over rice or with naan bread.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 8gProtein: 30gFat: 30gSaturated Fat: 18gPolyunsaturated Fat: 12gCholesterol: 120mgFiber: 2gSugar: 6g

Notes

  • For a spicier version, add more chili powder or a diced jalapeño when cooking the onions.
  • Substitute the chicken thighs with boneless, skinless chicken breasts for a leaner option. Adjust cooking time as needed to ensure they are cooked through.

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