Description
Indulge in the rich and creamy goodness of Indian Butter Chicken, a classic dish that beautifully marries tender chicken with a luscious sauce made from aromatic spices and heavy cream. This delightful recipe is perfect for family dinners or special occasions when you desire a comforting yet elegant meal. The unique blend of garam masala, garlic, and fresh ingredients creates a symphony of flavors that will have everyone coming back for seconds. Paired with fluffy basmati rice or warm naan bread, this butter chicken is not just a meal; it’s an experience that transports you straight to the heart of India.
Ingredients
- 1 ½ pounds boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
- 1 tablespoon butter
- 1 medium onion
- 1 teaspoon ginger
- 2–3 cloves garlic
- 4 tablespoons tomato paste
- 1 tablespoon garam masala
- 1 teaspoon chili powder
- 1 teaspoon cumin
- 1 teaspoon salt
- ¼ teaspoon black pepper
- 1 cup heavy cream
Instructions
- Heat vegetable oil and butter in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add diced onions and sauté until golden (3-4 minutes). Stir in minced ginger and garlic, cooking for an additional 30 seconds.
- Add chicken chunks along with tomato paste, garam masala, chili powder, cumin, salt, and black pepper. Cook for about 5-6 minutes until the chicken is fully cooked.
- Pour in heavy cream and simmer for about 8-10 minutes until the sauce thickens.
- Serve over basmati rice or with naan bread for an authentic dining experience.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Indian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 28g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 38g
- Cholesterol: 120mg
Keywords: For extra richness, finish with an additional tablespoon of butter before serving. To customize the spice level, adjust the amount of chili powder to suit your taste.