Ingredients
– 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken thighs or breasts, cut into bite-sized pieces
– 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
– 1 medium onion, finely chopped
– 3 cloves garlic, minced
– 1 tablespoon ginger, minced
– 1 tablespoon garam masala
– 1 teaspoon ground cumin
– 1 teaspoon ground coriander
– ½ teaspoon chili powder (adjust based on heat preference)
– 1 can (14 oz) tomato puree
– 1 cup heavy cream
– Salt, to taste
– Fresh cilantro for garnish
– Cooked rice or naan for serving
Instructions
Creating Quick & Easy Homemade Butter Chicken is simple if you follow these steps:
1. Heat the Butter: In a large skillet, heat the butter over medium heat until melted.
2. Sauté the Onions: Add the chopped onion and sauté until soft and translucent, about 5 minutes.
3. Add Garlic and Ginger: Stir in the minced garlic and ginger, cooking for an additional 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
4. Spice it Up: Add garam masala, cumin, coriander, and chili powder. Stir well to combine and toast the spices for about 1 minute.
5. Cook the Chicken: Add the chicken pieces to the skillet. Sauté until they are no longer pink, about 5-7 minutes.
6. Add Tomato Puree: Pour in the tomato puree, stirring to coat the chicken evenly. Bring the mixture to a simmer.
7. Incorporate Cream: Reduce the heat and stir in the heavy cream. Allow the sauce to simmer gently for 10-15 minutes, stirring occasionally.
8. Season and Garnish: Season with salt to taste and garnish with fresh cilantro.
9. Serve: Serve your Butter Chicken hot over cooked rice or with warm naan.
This straightforward approach ensures that your Butter Chicken turns out incredible every time. The vibrant colors and rich aroma will make cooking it feel like an exciting culinary adventure.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 450 kcal
- Fat: 25g
- Protein: 35g