Description
Indulge in the rich flavors of this homemade butter chicken recipe, where tender, marinated chicken simmers in a creamy tomato sauce infused with aromatic spices. Perfect for any gathering or a cozy night in, this dish is sure to impress your family and friends with its delightful taste and vibrant colors. Serve it over fluffy basmati rice or warm naan for a truly satisfying meal.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5 lbs)
- 1 tbsp fresh ginger, minced
- 4 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 cup canned tomato puree
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 4 tbsp unsalted butter
- 2 tsp ground cumin
- 2 tsp ground coriander
- 2 tsp garam masala
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh cilantro (for garnish)
Instructions
- Cut the chicken into bite-sized pieces and season with salt and pepper. Allow it to marinate while preparing the sauce.
- In a large pan over medium heat, melt the butter. Add minced garlic and ginger; sauté until fragrant.
- Stir in cumin, coriander, garam masala, and tomato puree. Cook until slightly thickened.
- Add marinated chicken pieces to the sauce; stir well to coat. Cook until chicken is no longer pink.
- Gradually stir in heavy cream; let simmer on low heat for about 10 minutes to meld flavors.
- Garnish with fresh cilantro before serving hot over rice or naan.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Indian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 525
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 650mg
- Fat: 35g
- Saturated Fat: 20g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 17g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 36g
- Cholesterol: 135mg