Description
A straightforward recipe for classic Indian butter chicken.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1.5 lbs boneless, skinless chicken thighs, cut into 1-inch pieces
- 1 cup plain yogurt
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice
- 1 tablespoon ginger paste
- 1 tablespoon garlic paste
- 1 teaspoon turmeric powder
- 1 teaspoon cumin powder
- 1 teaspoon coriander powder
- 1 teaspoon garam masala
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 1 large onion, finely chopped
- 1 (14.5 ounce) can crushed tomatoes
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 teaspoon sugar
- 1/4 cup water
Instructions
- In a bowl, combine chicken pieces, yogurt, lemon juice, ginger paste, garlic paste, turmeric, cumin, coriander, garam masala, and salt. Marinate for at least 30 minutes.
- Melt butter in a large skillet over medium heat. Add chopped onion and cook until soft, about 5 minutes.
- Add the marinated chicken to the skillet. Cook until browned on all sides and cooked through, about 8-10 minutes.
- Stir in the crushed tomatoes and water. Bring the mixture to a simmer.
- Reduce heat to low, stir in the heavy cream and sugar. Simmer for 5 minutes, stirring occasionally.
- Serve hot with rice or naan bread.
Notes
- For a smoother sauce, blend the sauce mixture before adding the cream.
- Adjust salt and sugar to your taste preference.
- Prep Time: 30 min
- Cook Time: 20 min
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Indian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 8
- Sodium: 550
- Fat: 30
- Saturated Fat: 15
- Unsaturated Fat: 15
- Trans Fat: 1
- Carbohydrates: 12
- Fiber: 2
- Protein: 35
- Cholesterol: 150
Keywords: butter chicken, chicken curry, indian food, easy chicken recipe, creamy chicken