Quick & Easy Homemade Butter Chicken Recipe – Flavorful Indian Delight is a creamy tomato-based chicken dish simmered with warm spices and finished with rich cream for a comforting and satisfying meal.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
Ingredients
1 1/2 pounds boneless skinless chicken thighs cut into pieces
3/4 cup plain full-fat yogurt
4 cloves garlic minced
1 tablespoon fresh ginger grated
2 teaspoons garam masala
1 teaspoon ground cumin
1 teaspoon ground coriander
1/2 teaspoon turmeric
1 teaspoon paprika
1/2 teaspoon chili powder
1 teaspoon salt plus more to taste
2 tablespoons butter divided
1 tablespoon vegetable oil
1 small onion finely chopped
1 1/2 cups tomato puree or crushed tomatoes
1/2 to 3/4 cup heavy cream
1 teaspoon sugar optional
Fresh cilantro chopped for garnish
Instructions
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In a bowl mix yogurt garlic ginger garam masala cumin coriander turmeric paprika chili powder and salt. Add chicken and coat well. Marinate for at least 20 minutes.
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Heat oil and 1 tablespoon butter in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Cook chicken in a single layer until lightly browned on both sides. Remove and set aside.
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In the same pan add remaining butter and cook chopped onion until soft and lightly golden.
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Stir in a small pinch of garam masala and paprika then add tomato puree. Simmer for 10 to 15 minutes until slightly thickened.
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Add sugar if needed to balance acidity. Return chicken to the pan and simmer on low for 8 to 10 minutes until fully cooked.
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Reduce heat and stir in heavy cream. Simmer gently for 3 to 5 minutes. Adjust salt and garnish with cilantro before serving.