Description
Looking for the best Butter Chicken recipe? This quick easy and creamy dish is full of flavor perfect for a simple dinner idea or a special gathering! Enjoy tender chicken in a spiced tomato sauce for the ultimate comfort meal.
Ingredients
- 1.5 lbs chicken breast or thighs cut into pieces
- 3 tbsp butter
- 1 cup tomato puree
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
- 2 cloves garlic minced
- 1 tbsp fresh ginger grated
- 1 tsp garam masala
- 1 tsp ground cumin
- 1/2 tsp turmeric
- 1/2 tsp chili powder
- Salt to taste
- Fresh cilantro for garnish
Instructions
- Marinate chicken with yogurt garlic ginger and spices for at least 30 minutes.
- Melt butter in a skillet and sear chicken until lightly golden.
- Remove chicken and sauté garlic and ginger in the same pan.
- Add tomato puree and spices cook until sauce deepens in color.
- Pour in heavy cream stir and return chicken to the pan.
- Simmer until chicken is cooked through garnish with cilantro and serve.
Notes
- Add a touch of honey for sweetness.
- Swap heavy cream for coconut milk for a lighter version.
- Tastes even better the next day.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Indian