Quick & Easy Homemade Butter Chicken Recipe
If you’re in search of a heartwarming dish that brings a touch of comfort to your dinner table, this Quick & Easy Homemade Butter Chicken Recipe is sure to delight! This creamy, spiced chicken dish is perfect for busy weeknights or special family gatherings when you crave something satisfying without the fuss. With rich flavors and straightforward preparation, you can create a restaurant-quality meal in your own kitchen. Pair it with warm naan or steamed rice, and watch as your loved ones gather around to enjoy every bite!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Indian
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 ½ pounds skinless boneless chicken thighs
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon sweet paprika
- ½ teaspoon curry powder
- 1 tablespoon Greek yogurt
- 3 tablespoons vegetable oil
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 6 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 medium onion, diced
- 1 can tomato sauce (15 ounces)
- 1 teaspoon sugar
- 1 teaspoon salt, adjust to taste
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
- 2 cups heavy cream
- ½ teaspoon cayenne pepper, optional
- 1 teaspoon garam masala
- ½ teaspoon curry powder
- ¼ cup freshly chopped parsley, optional for garnish
- Naan bread
- Steamed rice
Instructions
- Marinate the chicken with salt, garlic powder, sweet paprika, curry powder, and Greek yogurt. Set aside.
- Heat vegetable oil and butter in a skillet over medium heat, then sauté minced garlic and diced onion until translucent.
- Stir in tomato sauce, sugar, salt, and black pepper; simmer for about 5 minutes.
- Add heavy cream along with cayenne pepper (if using), garam masala, and additional curry powder; mix well.
- Incorporate marinated chicken into the sauce; cover and cook for 15-20 minutes until fully cooked.
- Taste and adjust seasoning if needed; garnish with fresh parsley before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 520
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 850mg
- Fat: 36g
- Saturated Fat: 21g
- Unsaturated Fat: 13g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 34g
- Cholesterol: 150mg