Description
A rich and creamy Butter Chicken recipe that is perfect for a comforting meal.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 pounds boneless, skinless chicken thighs, diced
- 1 cup plain yogurt
- 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
- 2 teaspoons ground cumin
- 2 teaspoons ground coriander
- 1 teaspoon turmeric powder
- 1 teaspoon garam masala
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1 teaspoon sea salt
- 1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
- 4 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 1 medium onion, finely diced
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon freshly grated ginger
- 1 can (15 ounces) crushed tomatoes
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro (for garnish)
Instructions
- Mix the yogurt, lemon juice, cumin, coriander, turmeric, garam masala, paprika, salt, and black pepper in a large mixing bowl.
- Add the diced chicken, ensuring each piece is well-coated. Cover and marinate in the refrigerator for at least one hour, or overnight.
- Melt the butter in a large skillet or Dutch oven over medium heat.
- Add the diced onion and sauté until soft and translucent, about 5-7 minutes.
- Incorporate the minced garlic and grated ginger, cooking for an additional 1-2 minutes.
- Add the marinated chicken to the skillet and cook until golden brown on all sides, approximately 8-10 minutes.
- Stir in the crushed tomatoes and allow the mixture to come to a gentle simmer.
- Lower the heat, cover the skillet, and let it cook for 20 minutes, stirring occasionally.
- Pour in the heavy cream and stir well, simmering for another 10 minutes until the sauce thickens and the chicken is fully cooked.
- Taste and adjust seasoning as needed. Serve hot, garnished with fresh cilantro.
Notes
- For an extra kick, add 1-2 teaspoons of red chili powder or cayenne pepper to the marinade.
- Pair with fluffy basmati rice or warm naan for a delightful meal.
- For a vegetarian option, substitute chicken with paneer or tofu.
- Prep Time: 1 hour
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Indian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 8g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 120mg