Description
Butter Chicken is a beloved dish that combines tender chicken simmered in a creamy, spiced tomato sauce, perfect for any occasion. This easy-to-follow recipe delivers rich flavors that will delight your taste buds and impress your guests. Serve it over fluffy basmati rice or with warm naan for a comforting meal that brings everyone together.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (1 lb / 450g)
- 4 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon fresh ginger, grated
- 2 teaspoons cumin
- 2 teaspoons coriander
- 2 teaspoons garam masala
- 1 can (14 oz / 400g) crushed tomatoes
- 1 cup heavy cream (240ml)
- 2 tablespoons cooking oil or ghee
Instructions
- Prep your kitchen by gathering all ingredients and tools.
- Marinate the chicken in yogurt mixed with cumin and garam masala for at least 30 minutes.
- Heat oil or ghee in a skillet and sauté minced garlic and ginger until fragrant.
- Add crushed tomatoes, simmer for about 10 minutes until thickened.
- Stir in heavy cream, then add marinated chicken and cook uncovered for about 20 minutes until tender.
- Garnish with fresh cilantro and serve hot with basmati rice or naan.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Indian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 380
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 620mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 95mg