Description
Creamy Butter Chicken with Garlic Drizzle, Golden Fries & Warm Naan is a mouthwatering dish that brings the vibrant flavors of Indian cuisine right to your dining table. This recipe features tender chicken simmered in a rich, creamy sauce infused with aromatic spices. The garlic drizzle adds an irresistible twist, making it perfect for family dinners or entertaining guests. Matched with crispy golden fries and warm naan, this meal promises to please even the pickiest eaters. Easy to prepare in under an hour, it’s ideal for both weeknight dinners and special occasions.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb boneless chicken thighs or breasts
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 2 tablespoons oil
- 1 onion, finely chopped
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 tablespoon ginger, minced
- 1 tablespoon garam masala
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- chili powder (optional)
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- 1 cup tomato puree
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup plain yogurt
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
Instructions
- Gather and prepare all ingredients by chopping the onion and mincing the garlic and ginger.
- In a large skillet over medium heat, melt butter and oil. Add cubed chicken and sauté until browned (5-7 minutes).
- Stir in chopped onion, garlic, and ginger; cook until softened (3-4 minutes).
- Add garam masala, cumin, paprika, chili powder (if using), salt, and pepper; cook for another minute.
- Pour in tomato puree, heavy cream, plain yogurt, and lemon juice; mix well.
- Reduce heat to low and let simmer for 15-20 minutes until the sauce thickens.
- Serve alongside golden fries and warm naan.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Indian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 550
- Sugar: 7g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 110mg