Description
This Quick & Easy Homemade Butter Chicken Recipe is a flavorful and creamy dish that is perfect for a cozy night in. Tender chicken pieces are marinated in aromatic spices, cooked to perfection, and then simmered in a rich tomato and cream sauce. Serve with naan bread and steamed rice for a satisfying meal.
Ingredients
Scale
Marinated Chicken:
- 1 ½ pounds skinless, boneless chicken thighs, cut into bite-sized chunks
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon sweet paprika
- ½ teaspoon curry powder
- 1 tablespoon Greek yogurt
Sauce:
- 3 tablespoons vegetable oil
- 3 tablespoons butter, divided
- 6 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 medium onion, diced
- 1 15-ounce can tomato sauce
- 1 teaspoon sugar
- 1 teaspoon salt (adjust to taste)
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
- 2 cups heavy cream
- ½ teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional)
- 1 teaspoon garam masala
- ½ teaspoon curry powder
- ¼ cup freshly chopped parsley (optional, for garnish)
Serving:
- Naan bread
- Steamed rice
Instructions
- Marinate the Chicken – In a medium bowl, combine chicken, salt, garlic powder, sweet paprika, curry powder, and Greek yogurt. Let it marinate for at least 15 minutes.
- Cook the Chicken – Heat oil in a skillet, cook marinated chicken until golden brown, then set aside.
- Prepare the Sauce Base – Sauté garlic and onion in butter. Add tomato sauce, sugar, and simmer.
- Build the Sauce – Add chicken back to skillet, pour in cream, and stir until well combined.
- Season and Simmer – Add spices, simmer on low heat for 10 minutes to blend flavors.
- Finish with Butter – Stir in cold butter for a silky finish. Garnish with parsley.
- Serve and Enjoy – Serve hot with naan bread and steamed rice.
Notes
- You can adjust the spice levels to suit your taste preferences.
- For a richer sauce, you can add a splash of chicken broth or coconut milk.
- Leftovers can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Indian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 540 kcal
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 900mg
- Fat: 42g
- Saturated Fat: 22g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 185mg
Keywords: Butter Chicken, Homemade, Indian Cuisine, Creamy Chicken, Easy Recipe
