Name: Homemade Butter Chicken Recipe
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Cuisine: Indian
Ingredients: For the Chicken & Marinade:; 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; For the Butter Chicken 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 for heat); 1 teaspoon garam masala; ½ teaspoon curry powder; ¼ cup freshly chopped parsley (optional, for garnish); To Serve:; Naan bread; Steamed rice

Description

Quick & Easy Homemade Butter Chicken is a rich, creamy, and flavorful Indian dish that’s perfect for a cozy dinner. This simple recipe features tender chicken marinated in spices, cooked in a buttery tomato sauce, and served with naan bread or steamed rice. Ready in just 45 minutes, this comforting dish will become a family favorite!

Ingredients

For the Chicken & Marinade:

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

For the Butter Chicken 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 for heat)

1 teaspoon garam masala

½ teaspoon curry powder

¼ cup freshly chopped parsley (optional, for garnish)

To Serve:

Naan bread

Steamed rice

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Instructions

Marinate the Chicken: In a bowl, combine chicken, salt, garlic powder, paprika, curry powder, and Greek yogurt. Mix well and marinate for at least 15 minutes.
Cook the Chicken: Heat 3 tablespoons of vegetable oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Add chicken and cook for 8-10 minutes, until golden and cooked through. Remove chicken and set aside.
Prepare the Sauce: In the same pan, melt 1 tablespoon butter. Add garlic and onion, sauté until translucent. Stir in tomato sauce and sugar, simmer for 2-3 minutes.
Build the Sauce: Return chicken to the skillet, then add cream. Stir until the sauce turns a rich orange hue.
Season & Simmer: Add cayenne pepper (optional), garam masala, curry powder, and black pepper. Simmer on low heat for 10 minutes to meld flavors.
Finish with Butter: Stir in remaining butter for a silky finish. Garnish with parsley if desired.
Serve: Serve hot with naan bread and steamed rice.

Notes

For a spicier dish, increase cayenne pepper or add fresh chilies.

For a vegetarian version, substitute chicken with paneer or tofu.

Use light cream for a lower-fat option.

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 30 minutes
Category: Main Course
Method: Stove-top
Cuisine: Indian