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A vibrant plate of homemade butter chicken served with creamy sauce, garnished with fresh cilantro, on a rustic wooden table with a side of fluffy rice.

Quick Homemade Butter Chicken Recipe for Delicious Dinners

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A rich, creamy butter chicken cooked quickly with tender chicken and aromatic spices, served with rice for a comforting dinner.

  • Total Time: 30 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings

Ingredients

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  • 1 lb boneless chicken breasts, cut into bite-sized pieces
  • 2 tbsp butter
  • 1 onion, chopped
  • 3 garlic cloves, minced
  • 1 tbsp ginger, grated
  • 1 can (14 oz) tomato sauce
  • 1/2 cup heavy cream
  • 2 tsp garam masala
  • 1 tsp paprika
  • 1 tsp turmeric
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Fresh cilantro for garnish
  • Cooked rice for serving

Instructions

  1. Heat butter in a large skillet over medium heat. Add chopped onion and sauté until translucent.
  2. Add garlic and ginger, cook for 1 minute until fragrant.
  3. Stir in spices: garam masala, paprika, turmeric, salt, and pepper.
  4. Add chicken pieces and cook until browned.
  5. Pour in tomato sauce and simmer for 10 minutes until chicken is cooked through.
  6. Stir in heavy cream, cook for another 2 minutes.
  7. Garnish with chopped cilantro and serve over rice.

Notes

  • Adjust spice levels to taste.
  • You can substitute chicken with paneer for a vegetarian version.
  • Serve with naan for a complete meal.
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 20 minutes
  • Method: Stovetop
  • Cuisine: Indian
  • Diet: Nut-Free

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 bowl
  • Calories: 450 kcal Kcal
  • Sugar: 6 g
  • Sodium: 800 mg
  • Fat: 25 g
  • Saturated Fat: 15 g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 8 g
  • Trans Fat: 0 g
  • Carbohydrates: 40 g
  • Fiber: 3 g
  • Protein: 25 g
  • Cholesterol: 95 mg