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Creamy Homemade Butter Chicken

Creamy Homemade Butter Chicken: Your New Favorite Comfort Dish

This Creamy Homemade Butter Chicken combines tender chicken in a rich tomato-butter sauce, making it an irresistible comfort dish for any dinner.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Marinating Time 1 hour
Total Time 1 hour 45 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Indian
Calories: 550

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken
  • 1 kg Chicken Thighs Use thighs for optimal flavor
  • 1 cup Greek Yogurt Swap with coconut yogurt for dairy-free
For the Marinade
  • 4 cloves Garlic Minced
  • 1 inch Ginger Grated
  • 2 tbsp Garam Masala Use homemade for fresher taste
  • 1 tsp Turmeric No substitutes recommended
  • 1 tsp Cumin Ground
  • 1 tsp Paprika Adjust for desired heat
For the Sauce
  • 1 cup Tomato Puree Crushed tomatoes can also work
  • 1 cup Heavy Cream Coconut milk is a dairy-free alternative
  • 2 tbsp Butter For creamy finish
  • to taste salt Salt Adjust to preferred taste
  • to taste sugar Sugar Adjust to preferred taste
For Garnishing
  • 1/4 cup Fresh Cilantro Chopped, optional but recommended

Equipment

  • skillet
  • mixing bowl
  • Measuring cups
  • Measuring spoons

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. In a spacious bowl, blend Greek yogurt, minced garlic, grated ginger, garam masala, turmeric, cumin, paprika, and salt until smooth. Add the chicken thighs, ensuring each piece is thoroughly coated in the marinade. Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 1 hour; overnight is ideal.
  2. Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat and add a drizzle of oil. Sear the marinated chicken thighs for about 5-7 minutes per side until golden brown and cooked through. Remove the chicken from the pan and set aside.
  3. In the same skillet, reduce the heat to medium and add the butter. Once melted, stir in minced garlic and grated ginger, sautéing for 1-2 minutes. Pour in the tomato puree along with additional cumin and garam masala. Let simmer for about 10 minutes.
  4. Gently stir in the heavy cream, then reintroduce the chicken thighs into the skillet. Simmer for an additional 10-15 minutes over low heat.
  5. Once the chicken is tender and the sauce is thickened, adjust the seasoning if necessary. Garnish with freshly chopped cilantro and serve hot.

Nutrition

Serving: 1plateCalories: 550kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 35gFat: 40gSaturated Fat: 20gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 150mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 2gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 1000IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 150mgIron: 3mg

Notes

For deeper flavors, marinate the chicken overnight. Adjust salt and sugar to taste before serving, especially after reheating leftovers.

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