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Easy Homemade Butter Chicken

This rich and creamy butter chicken features tender chicken pieces simmered in a spiced tomato and cream sauce. Ready in just 30 minutes, it’s perfect for a comforting weeknight meal served with rice or naan.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Course Main Course
Cuisine Indian
Servings 4 people
Calories 450 kcal

Ingredients
  

  • 1 tablespoon oil
  • 1 tablespoon butter
  • 1 medium onion, diced
  • 1 teaspoon fresh ginger, finely minced or grated
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1.5 pounds boneless, skinless chicken breasts or thighs, cut into ¾-inch chunks
  • 4 tablespoons tomato purée
  • 1 tablespoon garam masala
  • 1 teaspoon chili powder or paprika
  • 1 teaspoon ground cumin
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • ¼ teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 cup heavy cream (or half & half or yogurt for lighter version)
  • To taste fresh cilantro, for garnish (optional)

Instructions
 

  • Heat oil and butter in a large skillet over medium heat.
  • Add diced onions and cook for 3-4 minutes until lightly golden.
  • Stir in minced ginger and garlic; cook for 30 seconds, stirring constantly to avoid burning.
  • Add chicken pieces, tomato purée, garam masala, chili powder, cumin, salt, and black pepper.
  • Cook for 5-6 minutes until chicken is cooked through and spices are fragrant.
  • Pour in heavy cream and reduce heat to low.
  • Simmer gently for 8-10 minutes, stirring occasionally until sauce thickens slightly.
  • Taste and adjust seasoning if necessary.
  • Garnish with fresh cilantro if desired and serve hot with basmati rice or naan bread.

Nutrition

Serving: 1peopleCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 8gProtein: 35gFat: 30gSaturated Fat: 18gSodium: 700mgFiber: 2gSugar: 4g
Keyword Butter Chicken, Easy Indian Recipe, Murgh Makhani
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