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A vibrant plate of homemade butter chicken featuring tender chicken chunks in a rich, creamy orange sauce, garnished with fresh cilantro, served on a rustic white plate with a side of fluffy rice and naan bread, styled casually with a wooden table background and natural daylight highlighting the textures and colors.

Flavorful Homemade Butter Chicken for Quick Weeknights

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A rich and creamy butter chicken recipe made with tender chicken simmered in a spiced tomato sauce, perfect for a quick, flavorful dinner.

  • Total Time: 45 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings

Ingredients

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  • 1 lb chicken breasts, diced
  • 1/2 cup plain yogurt
  • 2 tbsp butter
  • 1 large onion, chopped
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tbsp ginger, grated
  • 1 can (14 oz) tomato sauce
  • 1/2 cup heavy cream
  • 1 tsp garam masala
  • 1 tsp paprika
  • 1 tsp cumin
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Fresh cilantro for garnish

Instructions

  1. In a bowl, marinate chicken with yogurt, salt, and pepper. Set aside for 15 minutes.
  2. Melt butter in a skillet over medium heat, add onions, garlic, and ginger, sauté until softened.
  3. Add spices; cook for 1 minute until fragrant.
  4. Stir in tomato sauce and simmer for 10 minutes.
  5. Add marinated chicken, cook until no longer pink, about 8 minutes.
  6. Stir in heavy cream, simmer for another 5 minutes until heated through.
  7. Garnish with cilantro and serve hot with rice or naan.

Notes

  • For extra flavor, add a squeeze of lemon juice before serving.
  • Adjust spice level by adding chili powder if desired.
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 30 minutes
  • Method: Stove top
  • Cuisine: Indian-inspired
  • Diet: Gluten-Free

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 plate
  • Calories: 450 Kcal
  • Sugar: 6g
  • Sodium: 600mg
  • Fat: 22g
  • Saturated Fat: 12g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 8g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 40g
  • Fiber: 4g
  • Protein: 32g
  • Cholesterol: 125mg
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