Description
Enjoy the rich and creamy flavors of Indian Butter Chicken with this easy-to-follow recipe. Tender marinated chicken cooked in a flavorful sauce, perfect for a cozy dinner at home.
Ingredients
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Marinated Chicken:
- 1 1/2 pounds boneless, skinless chicken thighs (cut into bite-sized pieces)
- 1 cup plain yogurt
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 1 tablespoon garam masala
- 1 teaspoon ground turmeric
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1 teaspoon ground coriander
- 1/2 teaspoon chili powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
Sauce:
- 2 tablespoons vegetable oil or ghee
- 1 tablespoon unsalted butter
- 1 medium onion (finely chopped)
- 3 garlic cloves (minced)
- 1 tablespoon fresh ginger (grated)
- 1 can (15 ounces) tomato sauce or crushed tomatoes
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
- 1 tablespoon sugar (optional)
- Chopped fresh cilantro for garnish
Instructions
- Marinate the Chicken: In a bowl, combine yogurt, lemon juice, spices, and salt. Add chicken, coat well, and marinate in the fridge.
- Cook Chicken: Brown marinated chicken in oil and butter. Set aside once cooked.
- Prepare Sauce: Sauté onion, garlic, and ginger. Add tomato sauce, simmer, then return chicken to the pan.
- Finish Dish: Stir in cream, sugar, and simmer until creamy. Adjust seasoning if needed.
- Serve: Garnish with cilantro and enjoy with rice or naan.
Notes
- Thighs offer more flavor and tenderness compared to breasts.
- For a dairy-free version, use coconut milk and dairy-free yogurt.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes (plus marinating time)
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Indian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 portion
- Calories: 420
- Sugar: 7g
- Sodium: 520mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 14g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 35g
- Cholesterol: 120mg
