Quick & Easy Homemade Butter Chicken: 30-Minute Comfort Classic
Tender marinated chicken simmered in a creamy tomato butter sauce with warm spices.
Ingredients
1 1/2 pounds boneless, skinless chicken thighs, cut into pieces
1/2 cup plain full-fat yogurt
3 garlic cloves, minced
1 tablespoon grated fresh ginger
1 teaspoon garam masala
1 teaspoon ground cumin
1 teaspoon paprika
1/4 teaspoon turmeric
Salt to taste
1 tablespoon oil
2 tablespoons butter
1 1/2 cups tomato puree
1/2 cup heavy cream
1 teaspoon sugar, optional
Fresh cilantro, chopped
Instructions
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Combine yogurt, garlic, ginger, garam masala, cumin, paprika, turmeric, and salt in a bowl.
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Add chicken and coat well. Marinate at least 20 minutes.
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Heat oil in a skillet and cook chicken until lightly browned. Remove and set aside.
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Melt butter in the same skillet. Add tomato puree and simmer 8 to 10 minutes.
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Stir in heavy cream and mix until smooth.
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Return chicken to skillet and simmer 8 to 10 minutes until cooked through.
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Adjust seasoning and garnish with cilantro before serving.
Notes
Simmer gently after adding cream to keep the sauce smooth. Serve with rice or naan.