Description
Rich and creamy Indian Butter Chicken is a beloved dish that combines tender pieces of chicken with a luscious, spiced tomato sauce. This delightful recipe is perfect for any occasion—be it a cozy night in or a festive gathering. With its aromatic blend of spices and smooth texture, it promises to impress your family and friends alike.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 ½ pounds boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
- 1 tablespoon butter
- 1 medium onion
- 1 teaspoon ginger
- 2–3 cloves garlic
- 4 tablespoons tomato paste
- 1 tablespoon garam masala
- 1 teaspoon chili powder
- 1 teaspoon cumin
- 1 teaspoon salt
- ¼ teaspoon black pepper
- 1 cup heavy cream
Instructions
- Heat vegetable oil and butter in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add diced onion; cook until golden (3-4 minutes). Stir in minced ginger and garlic; cook for another 30 seconds.
- Add chicken, tomato paste, garam masala, chili powder, cumin, salt, and black pepper. Cook until chicken is fully cooked (5-6 minutes).
- Pour in heavy cream; simmer for about 8-10 minutes until the sauce thickens.
- Serve over basmati rice or with naan bread.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Cooking
- Cuisine: Indian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 545
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 740mg
- Fat: 36g
- Saturated Fat: 22g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 16g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 42g
- Cholesterol: 150mg
Keywords: Marinate the chicken in yogurt and spices for added flavor. Use fresh spices for the best aroma. Adjust spice levels to your preference by adding more chili powder or fresh chilies.