Quick Easy Homemade Butter Chicken: A Creamy Delight in 30 Minutes
Enjoy a delicious and quick homemade butter chicken recipe that comes together in just 30 minutes. This creamy dish bursting with flavor is perfect for busy weeknights.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: main course
- Method: stovetop
- Cuisine: Indian
- Diet: non-vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 lbs chicken thighs, cut into chunks
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1/2 cup tomato sauce
- 2 tbsp butter
- 1 onion, finely chopped
- 2 tbsp garlic, minced
- 2 tbsp ginger, minced
- 2 tsp garam masala
- 1 tsp turmeric powder
- 1 tsp chili powder
- 1 tsp salt
- 1/4 cup cilantro, chopped
Instructions
- In a large skillet, melt butter over medium heat.
- Add onions, garlic, and ginger. Sauté until onions are translucent.
- Add chicken and cook until browned.
- Stir in tomato sauce and spices. Cook for 5 minutes.
- Reduce heat and stir in heavy cream. Simmer for 10 minutes.
- Garnish with cilantro and serve with rice or naan.
Notes
- Adjust the spice level according to your taste.
- Use bone-in chicken for a richer flavor.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 35g
- Saturated Fat: 20g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 120mg
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