Quick & Easy Homemade Butter Chicken
Indulge in the comforting flavors of this Quick & Easy Homemade Butter Chicken Recipe. This creamy, aromatic dish features tender chicken simmered in a rich sauce that’s bursting with spices, making it perfect for both busy weeknight dinners and special occasions. With minimal preparation and a cooking time of just 45 minutes, you’ll impress your family and friends with this restaurant-quality meal right from your kitchen. Pair it with warm naan or fluffy steamed rice for an unforgettable dining experience that everyone will love!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: Serves approximately 4 people 1x
- Category: Main
- Method: Cooking
- Cuisine: Indian
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 ½ pounds skinless boneless chicken thighs
- 1 tablespoon Greek yogurt
- 3 tablespoons vegetable oil
- 6 garlic cloves
- 1 medium onion
- 1 can tomato sauce (15 ounces)
- 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
Instructions
- Marinate chicken with salt, garlic powder, paprika, curry powder, and Greek yogurt for at least 15 minutes.
- In a large skillet, heat oil and sauté minced garlic and diced onion until fragrant. Stir in tomato sauce and seasonings; let simmer.
- Cook marinated chicken in another pan until browned. Combine with the sauce and simmer for a few more minutes.
- Serve hot with naan bread or steamed rice.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 560
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 850mg
- Fat: 40g
- Saturated Fat: 20g
- Unsaturated Fat: 18g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 16g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 36g
- Cholesterol: 145mg