Description
Indulge in a comforting classic with this homemade butter chicken recipe that boasts rich flavors and creamy texture. Perfect for gatherings or cozy weeknight dinners, each bite features tender chicken enveloped in a luscious tomato sauce infused with aromatic spices. This dish not only satisfies your cravings but also creates cherished memories around the dinner table.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 3–4 pieces)
- 3 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- 1 tbsp fresh ginger, grated
- 1 medium onion, chopped
- 1 cup tomato puree
- 1/2 cup heavy cream (or half-and-half)
- 2 tsp cumin
- 2 tsp coriander
- 2 tsp garam masala
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 2 tbsp cooking oil
Instructions
- Cut chicken into bite-sized pieces and season with salt and pepper; set aside.
- In a large skillet, heat oil over medium heat. Sauté onions until golden brown. Add garlic and ginger, cooking until fragrant.
- Stir in cumin, coriander, and garam masala before adding tomato puree. Cook until thickened.
- Add seasoned chicken to the skillet; stir to coat in sauce and cover for about 15 minutes or until cooked through.
- Pour in heavy cream, stirring gently. Simmer on low for an additional 10 minutes.
- Serve over basmati rice or with naan, garnished with fresh cilantro.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: Indian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 380
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 540mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 11g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 16g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 27g
- Cholesterol: 90mg