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A vibrant plate of homemade butter chicken with creamy sauce, served with naan and garnished with fresh herbs.

Swift Homemade Butter Chicken: A Delightful Culinary Shortcut

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Discover the quick and easy way to enjoy authentic butter chicken with this Swift Homemade Butter Chicken recipe. Perfect for busy weeknights, this flavorful dish combines tender chicken, rich tomato sauce, and creamy butter in under 40 minutes. Make your own restaurant-quality Indian meal at home with simple ingredients and straightforward steps.

  • Total Time: 40 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings

Ingredients

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  • 1 lb (450g) skinless chicken breasts or thighs, cut into bite-sized pieces
  • 1 cup plain yogurt
  • 2 tablespoons garam masala
  • 1 teaspoon turmeric powder
  • 1 teaspoon cumin
  • 1 teaspoon chili powder (adjust to taste)
  • 2 tablespoons butter
  • 1 large onion, finely chopped
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1-inch piece of ginger, grated
  • 1 can (14 oz) crushed tomatoes
  • 1/2 cup heavy cream
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Fresh cilantro for garnish

Instructions

  1. Combine chicken pieces with yogurt, garam masala, turmeric, cumin, chili powder, salt, and pepper. Marinate for at least 15 minutes.
  2. Heat a large skillet over medium heat. Add 1 tablespoon of butter and cook the marinated chicken until browned and cooked through. Remove and set aside.
  3. In the same skillet, add remaining butter. Sauté the onion until translucent, then stir in garlic and ginger, cooking for another minute.
  4. Add crushed tomatoes and simmer for 10 minutes, stirring occasionally.
  5. Return chicken to skillet, stir to coat with sauce. Pour in heavy cream and cook for another 5 minutes. Adjust seasoning as needed.
  6. Garnish with cilantro and serve hot with basmati rice or naan bread.

Notes

  • Marinate the chicken for at least 15 minutes for better flavor.
  • You can substitute the heavy cream with coconut milk for a dairy-free version.
  • Adjust chili powder to control spiciness.
  • Author: Emma Bloomfield
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 25 minutes
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Stovetop
  • Cuisine: Indian
  • Diet: Dairy

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 bowl
  • Calories: 420 kcal Kcal
  • Sugar: 8 g
  • Sodium: 620 mg
  • Fat: 28 g
  • Saturated Fat: 16 g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 10 g
  • Trans Fat: 0 g
  • Carbohydrates: 20 g
  • Fiber: 4 g
  • Protein: 35 g
  • Cholesterol: 110 mg