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Quick & Easy Homemade Butter Chicken: An Amazing Ultimate Recipe


  • Author: Lauren Baker
  • Total Time: 17 minute

Ingredients

– 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken thighs, cut into bite-sized pieces
– 2 tablespoons butter
– 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
– 1 medium onion, finely chopped
– 3 cloves garlic, minced
– 1 tablespoon ginger, grated
– 1 tablespoon garam masala
– 1 teaspoon turmeric powder
– 1 teaspoon cumin powder
– 1 teaspoon coriander powder
– 1 can (14 ounces) crushed tomatoes
– 1 cup heavy cream
– Salt, to taste
– Fresh cilantro, for garnish
– Cooked rice or naan, for serving


Instructions

Creating Quick & Easy Homemade Butter Chicken is straightforward if you follow these steps:

1. Heat the Oil and Butter: In a large skillet, melt the butter with the vegetable oil over medium heat.
2. Sauté the Aromatics: Add the chopped onion and sauté until it’s soft and translucent, about 5 minutes.
3. Add Garlic and Ginger: Stir in the minced garlic and grated ginger, cooking for an additional minute until fragrant.
4. Spice it Up: Add the garam masala, turmeric, cumin, and coriander. Cook for about 1-2 minutes to toast the spices.
5. Cook the Chicken: Add the chicken pieces to the skillet, tossing to coat them in the spice mixture. Cook until the chicken is browned on all sides, about 5-7 minutes.
6. Add Tomatoes: Pour in the crushed tomatoes, stir well, and bring the mixture to a simmer. Reduce the heat and let it cook for about 10 minutes.
7. Make it Creamy: Stir in the heavy cream, mixing until fully combined. Allow it to simmer for another 5 minutes, letting the flavors meld together.
8. Season to Taste: Add salt to taste, adjusting the seasoning as needed.
9. Garnish: Remove the skillet from heat and garnish with fresh cilantro before serving.
10. Serve: Serve the butter chicken hot over cooked rice or with warm naan.

These steps will guide you in crafting this incredible dish with ease.

  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 20-25 minutes

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 4
  • Calories: 550 kcal
  • Fat: 30g
  • Protein: 35g