Description

This Homemade Butter Chicken Recipe is a comforting dish that combines tender chicken in a creamy, spiced tomato sauce, perfect for family dinners.

Ingredients

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1.5 lbs Chicken Thighs (bite-sized)
1/2 cup Plain Greek Yogurt
1 tbsp Lemon Juice
1 tbsp Garam Masala
1 tsp Turmeric Powder
3 tbsp Unsalted Butter
1.5 cups Tomato Puree (Passata)
1/2 cup Heavy Cream
1 tbsp Fresh Ginger (grated)
3 cloves Fresh Garlic (minced)
1 tsp Cumin Powder
1 tsp Sugar (optional)

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Instructions

Combine yogurt, lemon juice, garam masala, and turmeric in a bowl. Add chicken and coat thoroughly. Marinate for at least 30 minutes
Heat a skillet over medium-high heat, add oil, and sear chicken in batches until browned. Remove and set aside
Melt butter in the same skillet, add garlic and ginger, and sauté for 1 minute. Stir in cumin and chili powder
Pour in tomato puree and simmer for 10 minutes until thickened. Add chicken back to the pan and simmer for another 5-8 minutes
Stir in heavy cream and simmer for 2 more minutes. Adjust seasoning and serve

Notes

For a dairy-free version, replace butter with oil and heavy cream with coconut milk.

You can use chicken breasts instead of thighs, but watch the cooking time to prevent drying out.

Prep Time: 30 mins
Cook Time: 10 mins
Category: Dinner
Method: Stovetop
Cuisine: Indian

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 bowl
Calories: 480 kcal
Sugar: 1 g
Sodium: 650 mg
Fat: 32 g
Saturated Fat: 18 g
Unsaturated Fat: 14 g
Trans Fat: 0 g
Carbohydrates: 12 g
Fiber: 2 g
Protein: 35 g
Cholesterol: 150 mg