Creamy Homemade Butter Chicken You’ll Crave Again and Again

This Creamy Homemade Butter Chicken is a quick, comforting dish ready in just 30 minutes, perfect for satisfying cravings and easy weeknight dinners.

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Prep Time 10

Cook Time 20

Total Time 30

Servings: 4 servings

Course: Dinner

Cuisine: Indian

Calories: 450

Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients

For the Chicken

1 pound Boneless chicken thighs or breasts cut into bite-sized pieces

For the Sauce

3 tablespoons Butter or ghee for enhanced flavor
1 cup Heavy cream or coconut milk for a dairy-free option
1 cup Tomato sauce or crushed tomatoes for a chunkier texture
1 medium Finely chopped onion
2 teaspoons Minced garlic preferably fresh
1 teaspoon Minced ginger preferably fresh

For the Spice Blend

1 teaspoon Cumin freshly ground for best flavor
1 teaspoon Coriander ground
1 teaspoon Garam masala
1 teaspoon Chili powder adjust to taste

Equipment

Skillet

Method

Cooking Steps

Prepare the chicken by cutting it into bite-sized pieces and seasoning with salt and pepper.
In a large skillet, melt butter over medium heat, add onions and sauté for 5-7 minutes until golden brown.
Stir in minced garlic and ginger, cooking for an additional 1-2 minutes.
Add tomato sauce and spices, bring to a simmer and allow to cook for 5 minutes.
Pour in heavy cream and add the chicken pieces, ensuring they are well coated.
Reduce heat to low, cover skillet and simmer for 15 minutes until chicken is cooked through.
Serve hot with naan and basmati rice.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 10gProtein: 25gFat: 35gSaturated Fat: 15gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 12gCholesterol: 150mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 2gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 80mgIron: 2mg

Notes

For best flavor, use quality ingredients and avoid overcooking the chicken. This dish can be made ahead and reheated.

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