Description
This creamy, spiced butter chicken is a rich and velvety comfort food that’s surprisingly quick and easy to make at home. Serve it with naan and fluffy rice for a meal everyone will love.
Ingredients
- For the Chicken & Marinade
- 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
- For the Butter Chicken Sauce
- 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 salt, adjust 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)
- To Serve
- Naan bread
- Steamed rice
Instructions
1. In a medium bowl, combine chicken, salt, garlic powder, sweet paprika, curry powder, and Greek yogurt. Mix well to coat evenly and let marinate for at least 15 minutes.
2. Heat 3 tablespoons of oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the marinated chicken and cook for 8-10 minutes until golden brown and cooked through. Remove the chicken and set aside.
3. Reduce heat to medium and add 1 tablespoon of butter to the skillet. Scrape up browned bits from the pan, adding a splash of water if needed. Add minced garlic, diced onion, and a pinch of salt. Sauté until onion is translucent.
4. Stir in tomato sauce and sugar. Simmer for 2-3 minutes, then return the chicken to the skillet. Mix well and pour in heavy cream. Stir until the sauce becomes a rich orange color.
5. Add cayenne pepper (if using), garam masala, curry powder, and black pepper. Simmer on low for 10 minutes, allowing flavors to meld. Adjust salt to taste.
6. Stir in the remaining 2 tablespoons of cold butter until melted for a silky finish. Sprinkle with chopped parsley if desired.
7. Serve hot with naan bread and steamed rice. Enjoy!
Notes
If the sauce becomes too runny, mix together 1 tablespoon of cornstarch with ⅓ cup of water and add it to the sauce. Let it simmer for about 5 minutes to thicken.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 620
- Sugar: 7g
- Sodium: 870mg
- Fat: 48g
- Saturated Fat: 26g
- Unsaturated Fat: 20g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 35g
- Cholesterol: 210mg