Quick & Easy Homemade Butter Chicken

Say hello to your new favorite comfort food—Quick & Easy Homemade Butter Chicken! This creamy, spiced dish is simple to prepare and perfect for family dinners or impressing guests. With its rich flavors and comforting texture, butter chicken is sure to become a staple in your kitchen. Enjoy it paired with warm naan bread or fluffy rice for a complete meal that satisfies every craving.

Prep Time15 mins

Cook Time30 mins

Total Time45 mins

Course: Main Cuisine: Indian Keyword: For added spice, increase cayenne pepper or add chopped green chilies while cooking. Substitute heavy cream with coconut milk for a dairy-free version. Servings: Serves approximately 4 people Calories: 450kcal Author: Tisha

Ingredients

1 ½ pounds skinless boneless chicken thighs
3 tablespoons vegetable oil
3 tablespoons butter
6 garlic cloves, minced
1 medium onion, diced
1 can (15 ounces) tomato sauce
2 cups heavy cream
1 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon garlic powder
1 teaspoon sweet paprika
½ teaspoon curry powder
1 teaspoon sugar
½ teaspoon black pepper
½ teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional)
1 teaspoon garam masala
¼ cup freshly chopped parsley (optional, for garnish)

Instructions

Marinate chicken: Combine chicken, spices, and Greek yogurt in a bowl. Let marinate for at least 15 minutes.
Sauté chicken: Heat oil and 1 tablespoon of butter in a skillet over medium heat. Cook the chicken until browned and cooked through. Set aside.
Cook aromatics: In the same skillet, melt remaining butter, add minced garlic and diced onion; sauté until fragrant.
Make sauce: Stir in tomato sauce, sugar, salt, and black pepper. Simmer for 5 minutes.
Add cream: Reduce heat and stir in heavy cream and spices. Simmer gently for another 5 minutes.
Combine: Return the chicken to the skillet; stir to coat in sauce. Simmer for an additional 5-10 minutes.
Serve: Garnish with parsley if desired; serve with naan and rice.

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