Description
Butter Chicken (Better Than Takeout) is a flavorful and creamy Indian dish that brings the authentic taste of restaurant-style curry right to your kitchen. This easy-to-make recipe combines tender marinated chicken with a rich tomato cream sauce, making it perfect for any occasion, whether it’s a family dinner or entertaining guests. With just 25 minutes of cooking time, you can create a meal that’s not only quick but also customizable to suit your heat preference. Serve it alongside fluffy basmati rice or warm naan bread for a delightful dining experience that will impress everyone.
Ingredients
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- 500 g boneless, skinless chicken thighs or breasts
- 2 tablespoons plain yogurt
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1 teaspoon ground coriander
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- ½ teaspoon turmeric
- ½ teaspoon salt
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 1 tablespoon oil
- 1 small onion, finely chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon grated fresh ginger
- 1½ teaspoons garam masala
- ½ teaspoon chili powder (optional for heat)
- 1 tablespoon tomato paste
- ¾ cup tomato purée or crushed tomatoes
- ¾ cup heavy cream
- 1 teaspoon sugar (optional)
- Fresh cilantro for garnish
Instructions
- Marinate chicken in yogurt, lemon juice, spices for 10–15 minutes.
- Cook marinated chicken in a skillet with butter until browned.
- Sauté onions, garlic, and ginger in the same skillet; add tomato paste and purée.
- Stir in cream and return chicken to the skillet; simmer until heated through.
- Garnish with cilantro before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Indian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (200g)
- Calories: 368
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 671mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 13g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 16g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 22g
- Cholesterol: 97mg