Butter Chicken
Indulge in this comforting Butter Chicken recipe, featuring tender chicken enveloped in a rich, creamy tomato sauce that brings the vibrant flavors of India to your table.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Sauté
- Cuisine: Indian
Ingredients
Scale
- 1.5 pounds boneless, skinless chicken thighs
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 4 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 small piece fresh ginger, grated
- 1 can (14 oz) crushed tomatoes
- 1 can (13.5 oz) full-fat coconut milk
- 2 teaspoons garam masala
- 1 teaspoon cumin powder
- Salt to taste
Instructions
- Cut chicken thighs into bite-sized pieces and season with salt and pepper.
- In a large skillet over medium heat, melt butter. Add minced garlic and grated ginger. Sauté for about one minute until fragrant.
- Add seasoned chicken pieces to the skillet in batches if necessary. Cook until browned on all sides, about six minutes.
- Pour in crushed tomatoes, coconut milk, garam masala, cumin powder, and salt. Stir well and bring to a simmer.
- Cover and let simmer on low heat for about twenty minutes until flavors meld together beautifully.
- Serve Butter Chicken over fluffy basmati rice or with warm naan bread. Drizzle with additional coconut cream for an extra touch.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 380
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 550mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 16g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 14g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 120mg
Keywords: Marinate chicken in spices overnight for deeper flavor. For a vegetarian option, substitute chicken with paneer or tofu. Fresh cilantro or a squeeze of lemon juice can enhance flavors.