Homemade Butter Chicken
Homemade Butter Chicken is a comforting classic that brings together tender chicken in a rich, creamy tomato sauce infused with aromatic spices. Perfect for cozy dinners or impressing guests, this dish is as delightful to make as it is to eat. With a blend of garam masala and fresh ingredients, your kitchen will be filled with enticing aromas, leading everyone to the dinner table for a flavorful feast.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour
- Yield: Serves approximately 4 people 1x
- Category: Main
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: Indian
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5 lbs)
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 tbsp fresh ginger, grated
- 1 large onion, diced
- 1 cup canned tomato puree
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 2 tsp garam masala
- 4 tbsp butter
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 tbsp lemon juice
Instructions
- Cut chicken breasts into bite-sized pieces and marinate with yogurt, salt, garam masala, lemon juice, and ginger-garlic paste for at least 30 minutes.
- In a skillet over medium heat, melt butter and sauté onions until golden brown.
- Add garlic and ginger; stir until fragrant (about 1 minute).
- Stir in tomato puree and additional spices; cook for about 10 minutes.
- Gradually add cream while stirring; let simmer for about 5 minutes.
- Add marinated chicken pieces; cook on medium-low heat until fully cooked (15-20 minutes).
- Serve with basmati rice or naan.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 425
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 820mg
- Fat: 27g
- Saturated Fat: 16g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 11g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 35g
- Cholesterol: 120mg
Keywords: For added flavor, sear the chicken before adding it to the sauce. You can substitute coconut milk for cream or add spinach for extra nutrition.