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Butter Chicken Recipe

Butter Chicken Recipe
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This quick and easy butter chicken is a creamy, spiced dish featuring tender chicken in a rich tomato-based sauce. It’s a comforting, restaurant-quality meal you can make at home in under an hour.

Ingredients

  • 1 ½ pounds skinless boneless chicken thighs, cut into bite-sized chunks
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon sweet paprika
  • ½ teaspoon curry powder
  • 1 tablespoon Greek yogurt
  • 3 tablespoons vegetable oil
  • 3 tablespoons butter, divided
  • 6 garlic cloves, minced
  • 1 medium onion, diced
  • 1 (15-ounce) can tomato sauce
  • 1 teaspoon sugar
  • 1 teaspoon salt (adjust to taste)
  • ½ teaspoon black pepper
  • 2 cups heavy cream
  • ½ teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional)
  • 1 teaspoon garam masala
  • ½ teaspoon curry powder
  • ¼ cup freshly chopped parsley (optional)
  • Naan bread, for serving
  • Steamed rice, for serving

Instructions

  1. In a medium bowl, combine chicken, salt, garlic powder, sweet paprika, curry powder, and Greek yogurt. Mix well and let marinate for at least 15 minutes.
  2. Heat vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add marinated chicken and cook for 8–10 minutes until golden brown and cooked through. Remove chicken and set aside.
  3. Reduce heat to medium and add 1 tablespoon of butter to the same skillet. Deglaze the pan, then add minced garlic and diced onion. Sauté until onion is translucent.
  4. Add tomato sauce and sugar, simmer for 2–3 minutes. Return chicken to the pan.
  5. Pour in heavy cream and stir until the sauce turns orange. Add cayenne pepper (if using), garam masala, curry powder, and black pepper. Simmer on low for 10 minutes.
  6. Stir in the remaining 2 tablespoons of cold butter for a silky finish. Garnish with chopped parsley if desired.
  7. Serve hot with naan bread and steamed rice.

Notes

  • For a dairy-free version, use coconut yogurt and coconut cream.
  • Use chicken breast or tofu as an alternative protein.
  • Marinating longer (up to 4 hours) deepens flavor.
  • If sauce is too thin, thicken with 1 tablespoon cornstarch mixed in ⅓ cup water and simmer 5 minutes.

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