Quick and Easy Homemade Butter Chicken: A Juicy Comfort Recipe
A delightful and simple butter chicken recipe that’s perfect for any weeknight dinner. Enjoy a rich, creamy sauce with tender chicken, all made quickly and easily!
- Author: Souzan
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Indian
- Diet: Gluten-Free
- 2 pounds boneless chicken thighs
- 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
- 1 onion, chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon ginger, minced
- 2 teaspoons garam masala
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1 can (14 oz) crushed tomatoes
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
- In a large pan, heat the vegetable oil over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and sauté until translucent.
- Add the minced garlic and ginger; cook until fragrant.
- Stir in the garam masala and paprika, and cook for another minute.
- Add the chicken thighs and brown on all sides.
- Pour in the crushed tomatoes and heavy cream. Stir well to combine.
- Season with salt and black pepper. Simmer for 20-25 minutes, until the chicken is cooked through.
- Garnish with fresh cilantro before serving.
Notes
- Serve with rice or naan for a complete meal.
- Adjust the spice level by adding more or less paprika.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 700mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 35g
- Cholesterol: 120mg
Keywords: butter chicken, quick recipe, home cooking