Description
Indulge in this rich and creamy homemade butter chicken, a dish that promises to wrap you in warmth and delight. Succulent chicken pieces are enveloped in a fragrant, spiced tomato sauce, creating an unforgettable meal perfect for family dinners or gatherings. Serve it over fluffy rice or warm naan to soak up every last drop of this delectable sauce.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1 lb)
- 4 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- 1-inch piece fresh ginger, grated
- 1 medium onion, diced
- 1 can (14 oz) crushed tomatoes
- 1 can (13.5 oz) full-fat coconut milk
- 4 tbsp butter
- 2 tsp ground cumin
- 2 tsp ground coriander
- 2 tsp garam masala
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Cut chicken into bite-sized pieces and season with salt and pepper.
- In a large skillet over medium heat, melt butter until bubbly.
- Sauté diced onions for about 5 minutes until translucent.
- Add garlic and ginger; cook until fragrant.
- Stir in crushed tomatoes and coconut milk; mix well.
- Add cumin, coriander, and garam masala; simmer for 15-20 minutes.
- Add seasoned chicken to the sauce; cover and cook for an additional 10 minutes or until cooked through.
- Taste and adjust seasoning as needed before serving hot with rice or naan.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Skillet Cooking
- Cuisine: Indian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 420
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 27g
- Saturated Fat: 18g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 14g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 90mg