Easy & Creamy Homemade Butter Chicken
A popular Indian dish featuring creamy texture and rich flavors; perfect with naan bread.
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 1 pound chicken breast, cut into bite-sized pieces
- 2 tablespoons butter For cooking the onions
- 1 medium onion, finely chopped
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon ginger, minced
- 1 can (14 oz) crushed tomatoes
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 2 tablespoons garam masala
- 1 teaspoon turmeric
- 1 teaspoon cumin
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh cilantro for garnish
- Naan bread for serving Serve alongside the dish
Instructions
Cooking Instructions
- In a large skillet, melt the butter over medium heat. Add the chopped onions and cook until they are soft.
- Stir in the minced garlic and ginger, cooking them until they are fragrant.
- Add the chicken pieces to the skillet and cook until they are browned on all sides.
- Pour in the crushed tomatoes and add garam masala, turmeric, and cumin. Stir well to combine.
- Lower the heat and let the mixture simmer for about 15 minutes.
- Stir in the heavy cream and season with salt and pepper. Cook for an additional 5 minutes.
- Serve hot, garnished with fresh cilantro, alongside warm naan bread.
Notes
Make sure to cut the chicken into even-sized pieces for even cooking. Adjust the spices to your taste. If you like it spicier, consider adding some chili powder. Let the dish sit for a few minutes before serving to help the flavors blend well.
Nutrition
Serving: 1gCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 30gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 10gSodium: 800mgFiber: 2gSugar: 5g
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