Description
Butter Chicken Skillet is a delightful dish that brings the vibrant flavors of India into your kitchen in just 30 minutes. This creamy, spiced sauce envelops tender chicken, creating a comforting meal that is perfect for family dinners or entertaining guests. Serve it over fluffy rice or with warm naan for a satisfying experience that will have everyone reaching for seconds.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 3 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- 1-inch piece ginger, grated
- 1 cup canned tomato sauce
- 1 cup full-fat coconut milk
- 2 tsp garam masala
- 2 tbsp butter
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- Fresh cilantro, for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Prep your ingredients by chopping the chicken into bite-sized pieces and mincing garlic and ginger.
- In a large skillet over medium heat, melt butter until bubbly. Add garlic and ginger; sauté for about 1 minute until fragrant.
- Add chicken pieces and season with salt and pepper. Cook until browned on all sides, approximately 5 minutes.
- Pour in tomato sauce and stir in garam masala. Combine thoroughly while enjoying the aroma.
- Reduce heat slightly, add coconut milk, and let simmer gently for about 10 minutes to meld flavors.
- Taste the sauce and adjust seasoning as needed; garnish with cilantro before serving over rice or with naan.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: Indian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 750mg
- Fat: 26g
- Saturated Fat: 16g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 36g
- Cholesterol: 100mg