Quick & Easy Homemade Butter Chicken
Indulge in this rich and creamy butter chicken, bursting with aromatic spices and served alongside fluffy naan or rice. A delicious meal ready in just 30 minutes!
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: Serves approximately 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Indian
Ingredients
Scale
- 3–4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 medium onion, chopped
- 4 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- 1-inch piece ginger, grated
- 1 can (15 oz) tomato puree
- 1 can (13.5 oz) full-fat coconut milk
- 2 tbsp butter
- 2 tsp garam masala
Instructions
- Cut the boneless chicken breasts into bite-sized pieces. Season lightly with salt and pepper.
- Heat a large skillet over medium heat. Add butter, then sauté chopped onions, minced garlic, and grated ginger until fragrant (about 5 minutes).
- Incorporate the seasoned chicken pieces into the skillet. Cook until browned on all sides (approximately 6 minutes).
- Add canned tomato puree and coconut milk to the skillet. Stir well and bring to a simmer for about 10 minutes.
- Sprinkle garam masala over the mixture along with additional salt and pepper to taste. Allow it to simmer gently for another 5 minutes.
- Transfer your butter chicken onto plates or bowls. Pair with fluffy rice or warm naan, drizzling extra sauce over the dish if desired.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: Approximately 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 365
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 14g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 14g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 80mg
Keywords: - Marinate chicken in yogurt and spices for at least 30 minutes before cooking for enhanced flavor. - Swap chicken for paneer or tofu for a vegetarian option. - Feel free to add vegetables like spinach or bell peppers for added nutrition.