Quick Easy Homemade Butter Chicken: A Flavorful Family Delight
This quick and easy homemade butter chicken recipe is perfect for a family meal, offering a rich flavor that everyone will love.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Indian
- Diet: Gluten-Free
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound boneless chicken thighs
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 1 onion, finely chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 inch ginger, grated
- 1 can (15 oz) tomato puree
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 2 tablespoons garam masala
- 1 teaspoon chili powder
- Salt, to taste
- Fresh cilantro, for garnish
Instructions
- In a large skillet, melt butter over medium heat. Add onions and sauté until translucent.
- Add garlic and ginger, and cook for another minute.
- Stir in chicken and cook until browned on all sides.
- Add tomato puree, cream, garam masala, chili powder, and salt. Simmer for 20 minutes.
- Garnish with fresh cilantro before serving.
Notes
- This dish pairs well with rice or naan.
- Adjust the spice level by modifying the chili powder.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 6 grams
- Sodium: 800 mg
- Fat: 30 grams
- Saturated Fat: 18 grams
- Unsaturated Fat: 10 grams
- Trans Fat: 0 grams
- Carbohydrates: 10 grams
- Fiber: 2 grams
- Protein: 25 grams
- Cholesterol: 150 mg
Keywords: Butter Chicken, Quick Recipe, Easy Recipe, Indian Cuisine