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Butter Chicken

A rich and creamy curry that captures the essence of Indian cuisine, perfect for family meals or dinner parties.
Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 1 hour
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: Indian
Calories: 610

Ingredients
  

Chicken Marinade
  • 1.5 pounds skinless boneless chicken thighs, cut into bite-sized chunks Can substitute with chicken breasts for a leaner option.
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon sweet paprika
  • 0.5 teaspoon curry powder
  • 1 tablespoon Greek yogurt Can substitute with plain yogurt or sour cream.
Main Cooking Ingredients
  • 3 tablespoons vegetable oil
  • 3 tablespoons butter (divided) Additional tablespoon is added before serving.
  • 6 cloves garlic (minced)
  • 1 medium onion (diced)
  • 1 15-ounce can tomato sauce
  • 1 teaspoon sugar
  • 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
  • 2 cups heavy cream
  • 0.5 teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional for heat)
  • 1 teaspoon garam masala
  • 0.5 teaspoon curry powder
  • 0.25 cup freshly chopped parsley (optional, for garnish)
Serving Suggestions
  • Naan bread for serving Great for scooping up the curry.
  • Steamed rice for serving Acts as a great base to soak up the sauce.

Method
 

Marinating the Chicken
  1. In a bowl, combine the chicken with salt, garlic powder, sweet paprika, curry powder, and Greek yogurt. Let it marinate for at least 30 minutes.
Cooking the Chicken
  1. In a large skillet, heat vegetable oil over medium-high heat. Add the marinated chicken and cook until browned and cooked through. Set aside.
Preparing the Sauce Base
  1. Use the same skillet, adding butter. Sauté the minced garlic and diced onion until they turn translucent.
Building the Sauce
  1. Stir in the tomato sauce, sugar, salt, and black pepper. Bring everything to a simmer, then reduce the heat.
Adding Cream and Seasoning
  1. Add heavy cream, cayenne pepper (if using), garam masala, and an additional curry powder. Let it cook on low for about 10 minutes.
Finishing Touch
  1. Just before serving, stir in an additional tablespoon of butter for that extra richness.
Serving
  1. Ladle the butter chicken over rice or with naan, garnishing with freshly chopped parsley for a vibrant finish.

Nutrition

Serving: 1gCalories: 610kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 32gFat: 38gSaturated Fat: 24gSodium: 760mgFiber: 1gSugar: 7g

Notes

Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container for 3-4 days in the refrigerator. To freeze, store in an airtight container for up to 3 months and defrost overnight in the fridge before reheating.

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