Quick & Easy Homemade Butter Chicken Recipe

Why Make This Recipe

Butter Chicken is a beloved dish that many enjoy for its rich flavors and creamy sauce. This Quick & Easy Homemade Butter Chicken Recipe makes it simple to whip up this classic meal in your own kitchen. Whether you’re cooking for your family or hosting friends, this dish is sure to impress with its delicious taste and inviting aroma.

How to Make Quick & Easy Homemade Butter Chicken

Ingredients:

• 1 ½ pounds skinless boneless chicken thighs, cut into bite-sized chunks
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 1 teaspoon garlic powder
• 1 teaspoon sweet paprika
• ½ teaspoon curry powder
• 1 tablespoon Greek yogurt
• 3 tablespoons vegetable oil
• 3 tablespoons butter, divided
• 6 garlic cloves, minced
• 1 medium onion, diced
• 1 (15-ounce) can tomato sauce
• 1 teaspoon sugar
• 1 teaspoon salt (adjust to taste)
• ½ teaspoon black pepper
• 2 cups heavy cream
• ½ teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional for heat)
• 1 teaspoon garam masala
• ½ teaspoon curry powder
• ¼ cup freshly chopped parsley (optional, for garnish)
• Naan bread
• Steamed rice

Directions:

1. In a bowl, mix the chicken with salt, garlic powder, paprika, curry powder, and Greek yogurt. Cover and refrigerate for at least 15 minutes.
2. In a large skillet, heat vegetable oil and 1 tablespoon of butter. Sauté garlic and onion until fragrant.
3. Add tomato sauce, sugar, salt, black pepper, heavy cream, cayenne pepper, garam masala, and curry powder. Simmer for a few minutes.
4. In another pan, cook the marinated chicken until browned and cooked through.
5. Add the cooked chicken to the sauce. Stir in the remaining butter. Simmer for a few more minutes.
6. Garnish with chopped parsley and serve hot with naan bread and steamed rice.

How to Serve Quick & Easy Homemade Butter Chicken

Serve your Butter Chicken hot with fluffy naan bread and steamed rice. This combo not only complements the dish perfectly but also helps soak up the delicious sauce. You can also add a side of yogurt or a simple salad for freshness.

How to Store Quick & Easy Homemade Butter Chicken

Store any leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator. It will stay fresh for up to 3 days. To reheat, warm it gently on the stove or in the microwave until heated through. You can also freeze it for longer storage, up to 3 months. Just make sure to transfer it to a freezer-safe container.

Tips to Make Quick & Easy Homemade Butter Chicken

• Marinate the chicken for longer than 15 minutes if you have the time; this allows flavors to penetrate better.
• Adjust the spice level to your liking. If you prefer a milder flavor, skip the cayenne pepper.
• For added richness, you can use ghee instead of butter.

Variation

You can make a vegetarian version of this Butter Chicken by using paneer or chickpeas instead of chicken. Simply substitute the meat with your choice of vegetables, and follow the same cooking method.

FAQs

1. Can I use chicken breast instead of chicken thighs?
Yes, you can use chicken breast, but make sure not to overcook it as it can become dry.

2. Is Butter Chicken spicy?
It can be spicy depending on the amount of cayenne pepper you use. You can always adjust the spices to suit your taste.

3. Can I make Butter Chicken in advance?
Absolutely! You can prepare it a day ahead. Just reheat it before serving, and it will taste delicious.

Butter Chicken

A rich and creamy dish, Butter Chicken combines tender chicken marinated in spices with a flavorful tomato-based sauce, perfect for impressing family and friends.

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Prep Time 15 minutes mins

Cook Time 30 minutes mins

Total Time 45 minutes mins

Course Dinner, Main Course

Cuisine Indian

Servings 4 servings

Calories 650 kcal

Ingredients

  

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For the chicken marinade

• 1.5 pounds skinless boneless chicken thighs, cut into bite-sized chunks
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 1 teaspoon garlic powder
• 1 teaspoon sweet paprika
• 0.5 teaspoon curry powder
• 1 tablespoon Greek yogurt

For the sauce

• 3 tablespoons vegetable oil
• 3 tablespoons butter, divided
• 6 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 medium onion, diced
• 1 15-ounce can tomato sauce
• 1 teaspoon sugar
• 1 teaspoon salt adjust to taste
• 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
• 2 cups heavy cream
• 0.5 teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional for heat)
• 1 teaspoon garam masala
• 0.5 teaspoon curry powder
• 0.25 cup freshly chopped parsley (optional, for garnish)

To serve

• to taste Naan bread
• to taste Steamed rice

Instructions

 

Marinate the chicken

• In a bowl, mix the chicken with salt, garlic powder, paprika, curry powder, and Greek yogurt. Cover and refrigerate for at least 15 minutes.

Prepare the sauce

• In a large skillet, heat vegetable oil and 1 tablespoon of butter. Sauté garlic and onion until fragrant.
• Add tomato sauce, sugar, salt, black pepper, heavy cream, cayenne pepper, garam masala, and curry powder. Simmer for a few minutes.

Cook the chicken

• In another pan, cook the marinated chicken until browned and cooked through.
• Add the cooked chicken to the sauce. Stir in the remaining butter. Simmer for a few more minutes.

Serve

• Garnish with chopped parsley and serve hot with naan bread and steamed rice.

Notes

Marinate the chicken for longer than 15 minutes if you have the time for better flavor penetration. Adjust the spice level to your liking. For added richness, you can use ghee instead of butter. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days, or freeze for up to 3 months.

Nutrition

Serving: 1gCalories: 650kcalCarbohydrates: 35gProtein: 45gFat: 40gSaturated Fat: 25gSodium: 900mgFiber: 2gSugar: 5g

Keyword Butter Chicken, Chicken Dinner, Creamy Sauce, easy recipe, Indian Cuisine

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