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Homemade Butter Chicken

Savory Homemade Butter Chicken That's Ready in 30 Minutes

Homemade Butter Chicken is a creamy, spiced dish that promises to delight your family in just 30 minutes.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Chicken
Cuisine: Indian
Calories: 500
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken
  • 1.5 pounds Skinless Boneless Chicken Thighs ideal for juicy texture
  • 1 teaspoon Salt adjust to taste
  • 1 teaspoon Garlic Powder or substitute with fresh minced garlic
  • 1 teaspoon Sweet Paprika or use smoked paprika for more flavor
  • 0.5 teaspoon Curry Powder adjust for spice level
  • 1 tablespoon Greek Yogurt helps tenderize chicken
For the Sauce
  • 3 tablespoons Vegetable Oil or olive oil
  • 3 tablespoons Butter divided
  • 6 Garlic Cloves minced
  • 1 medium Onion diced
  • 15 ounces Tomato Sauce 1 can
  • 1 teaspoon Sugar to balance acidity
  • 0.5 teaspoon Black Pepper freshly ground
For the Creamy Finish
  • 2 cups Heavy Cream or coconut cream for dairy-free
  • 0.5 teaspoon Cayenne Pepper optional
  • 1 teaspoon Garam Masala for authentic flavor
  • 0.25 cup Fresh Parsley chopped, optional for garnish
For Serving
  • Naan Bread & Steamed Rice classic accompaniments

Equipment

  • Mixing Bowl
  • Large skillet
  • meat thermometer

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. In a mixing bowl, combine chicken thighs with salt, garlic powder, paprika, curry powder, and Greek yogurt. Mix thoroughly and marinate for at least 15 minutes.
  2. Heat vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add marinated chicken and sauté for 8-10 minutes until golden brown and cooked through.
  3. Lower heat and add butter to the skillet. Once melted, add garlic and onion, sautéing for 4-5 minutes until translucent.
  4. Stir in tomato sauce and sugar. Simmer for 2-3 minutes. Return the cooked chicken to the skillet and mix to coat with sauce.
  5. Reduce heat to low and add heavy cream, cayenne pepper, garam masala, and black pepper; simmer for 10 minutes.
  6. Mix in remaining butter until melted. Adjust seasoning and serve hot with parsley garnish, naan, or rice.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 500kcalCarbohydrates: 25gProtein: 30gFat: 35gSaturated Fat: 20gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 12gCholesterol: 120mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 2gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 800IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 150mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Allowing the chicken to marinate enhances flavor and tenderness. Taste before serving and adjust sweetness and spices as needed.

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