Quick & Easy Homemade Butter Chicken
A flavorful and comforting butter chicken dish that's quick and easy to prepare, perfect for busy weeknights.
Ingrédients
For the Chicken Marinade
- 1.5 pounds skinless boneless chicken thighs, cut into bite-sized chunks
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon sweet paprika
- 0.5 teaspoon curry powder
- 1 tablespoon Greek yogurt
For the Sauce
- 3 tablespoons vegetable oil
- 3 tablespoons butter, divided
- 6 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 medium onion, diced
- 1 15-ounce can tomato sauce
- 1 teaspoon sugar
- 1 teaspoon salt, adjust to taste
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
- 2 cups heavy cream
- 0.5 teaspoon cayenne pepper, optional for heat
- 1 teaspoon garam masala
- 0.5 teaspoon curry powder
- 0.25 cup freshly chopped parsley, optional for garnish
For Serving
- Naan bread for serving
- Steamed rice for serving
Instructions
Preparation
- Clear your kitchen space and gather all your ingredients and utensils.
- In a bowl, combine the chopped chicken thighs with salt, garlic powder, sweet paprika, curry powder, and yogurt. Mix well and let marinate for 15-30 minutes.
Cooking
- Heat vegetable oil and 1 tablespoon of butter in a large skillet over medium heat. Add marinated chicken and sear for 6-8 minutes until golden brown. The chicken doesn't need to be fully cooked.
- Transfer the chicken to a plate. In the same skillet, add the remaining butter and sauté the diced onion and minced garlic for 3-4 minutes until soft.
- Add tomato sauce, sugar, salt, black pepper, cayenne pepper (if using), garam masala, and additional curry powder to the skillet. Stir and let simmer for 5-7 minutes.
- Return the chicken to the skillet, ensuring it's coated with the sauce. Pour in the heavy cream and bring to a gentle simmer. Cook for another 10-15 minutes.
- Taste and adjust seasoning as necessary. If the sauce is too thick, thin it out with a bit of water or cream.
- Add an extra tablespoon of butter for richness and stir in. Garnish with freshly chopped parsley before serving.
Serving
- Serve the butter chicken with warm naan bread and a side of steamed rice.
Notes
To ensure optimal flavor, use fresh ingredients and feel free to adjust ingredients and spices according to preference. This recipe can be made dairy-free by substituting yogurt and cream with coconut alternatives.