Description
Experience the warmth and comfort of this rich and creamy butter chicken, perfect for family gatherings or a cozy dinner for two.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb chicken breast, diced
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 1 onion, finely chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon ginger, minced
- 1 can (15 oz) tomato sauce
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 2 tablespoons garam masala
- 1 teaspoon cumin
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh cilantro for garnish
Instructions
- Melt the butter in a large skillet over medium heat. When it’s bubbly and fragrant, add the onions, garlic, and ginger. Cook until soft, about 3-5 minutes.
- Toss in the diced chicken and cook until there’s no pink left, around 5-7 minutes.
- Stir in the tomato sauce, heavy cream, garam masala, cumin, and paprika. Mix everything well until combined.
- Lower the heat and let it simmer for about 20 minutes, stirring occasionally.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Garnish with fresh cilantro just before serving.
Notes
Serve with fluffy rice or warm naan. Store leftovers in an airtight container for 3-4 days.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Indian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 35g
- Cholesterol: 80mg
Keywords: butter chicken, Indian cuisine, comfort food, easy dinner