Easy Recipes Dinner: Indulgent Quick & Easy Homemade Butter Chicken Recipe
This easy homemade butter chicken recipe is perfect for a quick weeknight dinner.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Indian
- Diet: Gluten-Free
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 pounds chicken thighs
- 1 cup yogurt
- 2 tablespoons garam masala
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 tablespoon ginger, minced
- 1 tablespoon garlic, minced
- 1 cup tomato puree
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 1 teaspoon chili powder
- 1 tablespoon cilantro, chopped
Instructions
- In a bowl, mix yogurt, garam masala, salt, ginger, and garlic. Add chicken and marinate for at least 30 minutes.
- In a large pan, melt butter over medium heat. Add marinated chicken and cook until browned.
- Stir in tomato puree, cream, and chili powder. Simmer for 20 minutes.
- Garnish with chopped cilantro before serving.
Notes
- Serve with rice or naan for a complete meal.
- Adjust chili powder to taste for spiciness.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 150mg
Keywords: Easy Recipes Dinner, Butter Chicken