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A vibrant plate of homemade butter chicken featuring tender chicken pieces coated in a rich, creamy tomato sauce, garnished with fresh cilantro and served with fluffy rice. The dish is beautifully plated on a rustic wooden table, highlighting its golden-brown chicken and luscious sauce textures, with a side of garnished herbs adding fresh contrast.

Creamy Quick Butter Chicken Delight

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A creamy, flavorful butter chicken made with tender chicken pieces simmered in a rich tomato-based sauce, served over rice.

  • Total Time: 30 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings

Ingredients

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  • 1 lb boneless chicken breasts or thighs, cut into cubes
  • 2 tbsp butter
  • 1 small onion, finely chopped
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tbsp ginger, grated
  • 1 can (14 oz) tomato sauce
  • 1/2 cup heavy cream
  • 2 tbsp garam masala
  • 1 tsp paprika
  • 1 tsp cumin
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Fresh cilantro for garnish
  • Cooked basmati rice for serving

Instructions

  1. Heat butter in a large skillet over medium heat.
  2. Add chopped onion, garlic, and ginger; sauté until fragrant.
  3. Stir in garam masala, paprika, cumin, salt, and pepper; cook for 1 minute.
  4. Add chicken pieces; cook until browned and cooked through.
  1. Pour in tomato sauce; simmer for 10 minutes.
  2. Stir in heavy cream; cook for another 5 minutes until sauce is thickened.
  3. Garnish with fresh cilantro and serve hot over cooked rice.

Notes

  • Adjust spice levels to taste by adding more or less paprika or garam masala.
  • For a healthier version, use chicken breast and light coconut milk instead of heavy cream.
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 20 minutes
  • Method: Stovetop
  • Cuisine: Indian
  • Diet: Gluten-Free

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 plate
  • Calories: 390 Kcal
  • Sugar: 6g
  • Sodium: 650mg
  • Fat: 23g
  • Saturated Fat: 12g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 10g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 20g
  • Fiber: 3g
  • Protein: 34g
  • Cholesterol: 105mg