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Butter Chicken

This creamy and flavorful butter chicken is a quick and comforting meal that utilizes pantry spices and allows for a short marination time.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 4 / 4 servings
Calories: 650
Ingredients Method

Ingredients
  

  • 1.5 pounds skinless boneless chicken thighs, cut into bite-sized chunks
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon sweet paprika
  • 0.5 teaspoon curry powder
  • 1 tablespoon Greek yogurt (helps tenderize the chicken)
  • 3 tablespoons vegetable oil
  • 3 tablespoons butter, divided (use for sautéing and finishing the dish)
  • 6 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 medium onion, diced
  • 1 15-ounce can tomato sauce
  • 1 teaspoon sugar
  • 1 teaspoon salt (adjust to taste)
  • 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)
  • Naan bread (for serving)
  • Steamed rice (for serving)

Method
 

  1. Marinate the Chicken: In a bowl, mix the chicken with salt, garlic powder, paprika, curry powder, and Greek yogurt. Cover and refrigerate for at least 15 minutes.
  2. Prepare the Sauce: In a large skillet, heat vegetable oil and 1 tablespoon of butter. Sauté garlic and onion until fragrant.
  3. Prepare the Sauce: Add tomato sauce, sugar, salt, black pepper, heavy cream, cayenne pepper, garam masala, and curry powder. Simmer for a few minutes.
  4. Cook the Chicken: In another pan, cook the marinated chicken until browned and cooked through.
  5. Cook the Chicken: Add the cooked chicken to the sauce. Stir in the remaining butter. Simmer for a few more minutes.
  6. Serve: Garnish with chopped parsley and serve hot with naan bread and steamed rice.