Homemade Butter Chicken
Indulge in the flavors of homemade butter chicken, a beloved Indian dish that combines succulent marinated chicken with a creamy, aromatic tomato sauce. Infused with a blend of spices, each bite offers a delightful balance of sweet and savory that will transport you to culinary paradise. Perfect for cozy dinners or special occasions, this dish is sure to impress family and friends alike.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: Serves approximately 4 people 1x
- Category: Main
- Method: Searing/Simmering
- Cuisine: Indian
Ingredients
Scale
- 1.5 lbs boneless, skinless chicken thighs
- 1 cup plain Greek yogurt
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tbsp grated ginger
- 1 cup tomato puree
- 1/2 cup heavy cream (or coconut cream for dairy-free)
- 2 tbsp oil (for cooking)
- 1 tsp garam masala
- 1 tsp ground cumin
- 1 tsp ground coriander
- Salt to taste
Instructions
- Marinate the chicken by mixing Greek yogurt, garlic, ginger, garam masala, cumin, coriander, and salt in a bowl. Add the chicken and coat well. Cover and refrigerate for at least an hour or overnight.
- Heat oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Sear the marinated chicken for about 3-4 minutes on each side until golden brown. Remove and set aside.
- In the same skillet, add oil if needed and sauté chopped onions until translucent. Stir in additional garlic and ginger before adding tomato puree and salt.
- Simmer on low heat for about 10 minutes until thickened.
- Return the chicken to the skillet along with any juices. Pour in heavy cream and stir well. Simmer gently for another 5 minutes.
- Serve garnished with fresh cilantro alongside basmati rice or naan.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 385
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 820mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 11g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 165mg