Description
A comforting and simplified version of the classic Indian butter chicken, perfect for weeknights or gatherings.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 ½ pounds skinless, boneless chicken thighs, cut into bite-sized chunks
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon sweet paprika
- ½ teaspoon curry powder
- 1 tablespoon Greek yogurt
- 3 tablespoons vegetable oil
- 3 tablespoons butter (divided)
- 6 garlic cloves (minced)
- 1 medium onion (diced)
- 1 15-ounce can tomato sauce
- 1 teaspoon sugar
- 1 teaspoon additional salt (to taste)
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
- 2 cups heavy cream
- ½ teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional for heat)
- 1 teaspoon garam masala
- ½ teaspoon curry powder
- ¼ cup freshly chopped parsley (optional, for garnish)
- Naan bread or steamed rice for serving
Instructions
- Marinate the Chicken: In a bowl, combine chicken chunks with salt, garlic powder, paprika, curry powder, and Greek yogurt. Set aside for 15-30 minutes.
- Cook the Chicken: In a large skillet, heat 3 tablespoons of vegetable oil over medium heat. Add the marinated chicken and cook until browned. Remove and set aside.
- Prepare the Sauce Base: In the same skillet, melt 2 tablespoons of butter. Add minced garlic and diced onion, sautéing until the onion is translucent.
- Build the Sauce: Stir in the tomato sauce, sugar, salt, and black pepper. Mix well and let it simmer for about 5 minutes.
- Season and Simmer: Pour in the heavy cream, garam masala, and cayenne pepper. Mix well, then return the chicken to the skillet. Let it simmer for an additional 10 minutes.
- Finish with Butter: Stir in the remaining tablespoon of butter until melted and fully incorporated.
- Serve and Enjoy: Garnish with freshly chopped parsley and serve with naan or steamed rice.
Notes
Feel free to substitute chicken thighs with chicken breast for a leaner option or swap heavy cream for coconut milk for a dairy-free version.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Cooking
- Cuisine: Indian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 7g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 19g
- Saturated Fat: 11g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 120mg