Quick & Easy Homemade Butter Chicken
Looking for a comforting dish that combines rich flavors and creamy goodness? This Quick & Easy Homemade Butter Chicken Recipe is a delight for the senses! With tender chicken marinated in spices and simmered in a luscious tomato-based sauce, it’s the perfect solution for busy weeknights or family gatherings. In just under 30 minutes, you can whip up this restaurant-quality meal that will impress your loved ones without spending hours in the kitchen. Serve it alongside fluffy rice or warm naan for a complete culinary experience that everyone will enjoy.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: Serves approximately 4 people 1x
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Skillet cooking
- Cuisine: Indian
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 ½ pounds skinless boneless chicken thighs
- 3 tablespoons vegetable oil
- 3 tablespoons butter
- 6 garlic cloves
- 1 medium onion
- 1 can (15 ounces) tomato sauce
- 2 cups heavy cream
- Fresh parsley (optional)
Instructions
- Marinate chicken with salt, garlic powder, sweet paprika, curry powder, and Greek yogurt. Let sit for at least 30 minutes.
- Heat vegetable oil and 1 tablespoon of butter in a skillet over medium heat. Sauté minced garlic and diced onion until translucent.
- Stir in tomato sauce, sugar, salt, black pepper, heavy cream, cayenne pepper (if using), garam masala, and curry powder. Simmer for about 10 minutes.
- Add marinated chicken to the sauce and cook for 10-15 minutes until fully cooked.
- Garnish with freshly chopped parsley before serving with naan or rice.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 700mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 17g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 16g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 90mg