Print
clock clock iconcutlery cutlery iconflag flag iconfolder folder iconinstagram instagram iconpinterest pinterest iconfacebook facebook iconprint print iconsquares squares iconheart heart iconheart solid heart solid icon

Homemade Indian Butter Chicken


5 Stars 4 Stars 3 Stars 2 Stars 1 Star

No reviews

  • Author: ladidsaadia
  • Total Time: 90 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x
  • Diet: Non-Vegetarian

Description

A creamy, mildly spiced tomato and chicken dish that’s perfect for busy nights.


Ingredients

Scale
  • 1.5 lbs chicken thighs, boneless and skinless
  • 1 cup plain yogurt
  • 2 tablespoons lemon juice
  • 2 teaspoons garam masala
  • 1 teaspoon cumin
  • 1 teaspoon coriander
  • 1 teaspoon paprika
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 2 tablespoons butter
  • 1 onion, finely chopped
  • 4 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tablespoon ginger, minced
  • 1 can (15 oz) tomato puree
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • Fresh cilantro for garnish
  • Basmati rice or naan bread, for serving

Instructions

  1. In a bowl, mix yogurt, lemon juice, garam masala, cumin, coriander, paprika, and salt. Add chicken and marinate for at least 1 hour or overnight.
  2. In a large skillet, melt butter over medium heat. Add chopped onion and sauté until golden brown.
  3. Stir in garlic and ginger, cooking until fragrant.
  4. Add the marinated chicken to the skillet and cook until slightly browned.
  5. Pour in tomato puree, stirring to combine, then simmer for 20 minutes.
  6. Stir in heavy cream and simmer for an additional 10 minutes until the chicken is cooked through and the sauce is thickened.
  7. Serve over basmati rice or with naan bread, garnished with fresh cilantro.

Notes

This dish is forgiving to modifications and can be stored well for leftovers. For a lighter version, reduce the cream and butter.

  • Prep Time: 60 minutes
  • Cook Time: 30 minutes
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Simmering
  • Cuisine: Indian

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 serving
  • Calories: 450
  • Sugar: 7g
  • Sodium: 500mg
  • Fat: 20g
  • Saturated Fat: 10g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 8g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 34g
  • Fiber: 2g
  • Protein: 30g
  • Cholesterol: 90mg