Description
This Easy Butter Chicken recipe features tender chicken thighs enveloped in a rich and creamy tomato sauce brimming with spices, perfect for cozy dinners. Simple to prepare and packed with flavor, it’s a must-try for anyone seeking a delicious homemade dish!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1.5 pounds boneless skinless chicken thighs
- 1 teaspoon salt (for marinade)
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon sweet paprika
- 0.5 teaspoon curry powder (for marinade)
- 1 tablespoon Greek yogurt
- 3 tablespoons vegetable oil
- 3 tablespoons butter (divided)
- 6 cloves garlic (minced)
- 1 medium onion (diced)
- 15 ounces tomato sauce (1 can)
- 1 teaspoon sugar
- 1 teaspoon salt (adjust to taste)
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
- 2 cups heavy cream
- 0.5 teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional for heat)
- 1 teaspoon garam masala
- 0.5 teaspoon curry powder (for sauce)
- 0.25 cup fresh parsley (chopped, optional for garnish)
- Naan bread
- Steamed rice
Instructions
- Marinate chicken with salt, garlic powder, paprika, curry powder, and yogurt for 15 minutes.
- Heat oil in a skillet, add chicken, cooking for 8 to 10 minutes until golden brown; set aside.
- Sauté garlic and onion in butter until translucent.
- Add tomato sauce and sugar, simmer for 2-3 minutes, then return chicken and stir in heavy cream.
- Add cayenne, garam masala, and black pepper; simmer for 10 minutes.
- Stir in remaining butter until melted; garnish with parsley before serving.
Notes
For best flavor, use fresh spices.
Experiment with veggie add-ins for a twist.
Store leftovers in an airtight container; reheat gently.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 738
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 1040mg
- Fat: 52g
- Saturated Fat: 30g
- Unsaturated Fat: 22g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 24g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 45g
- Cholesterol: 260mg