Quick way to grow perfect Indian Butter ChickenIndian Butter Chicken
This recipe provides a quick and flavorful method for preparing Indian Butter Chicken, featuring tender chicken in a rich, creamy tomato sauce. It's an ideal dish for a satisfying weeknight meal.
Equipment
- large skillet or pot
- cutting board
- knife
- measuring cups and spoons
- grater
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 1.5 lb chicken breast
- 4 tbsp unsalted butter
- 1 yellow onion chopped
- 2 cloves garlic minced
- 1 inch ginger grated
Sauce Ingredients
- 15 oz canned crushed tomatoes
- 0.5 cup heavy cream
- 0.25 cup plain yogurt
- 1 tsp garam masala
- 0.5 tsp turmeric
- 0.5 tsp cumin
- 0.5 tsp paprika
- 0.5 tsp salt
- 1 tsp sugar
Instructions
Preparation
- Cut chicken into 1-inch pieces and season generously with salt and pepper.
- In a large skillet or pot, melt 2 tablespoons of butter over medium heat. Add chicken and cook until browned on all sides, then remove and set aside.
Cooking the Sauce
- Add the remaining 2 tablespoons of butter to the skillet. Sauté chopped onion until softened, about 5-7 minutes.
- Stir in minced garlic and grated ginger, cooking for another minute until fragrant.
- Add crushed tomatoes, heavy cream, yogurt, garam masala, turmeric, cumin, paprika, salt, and sugar. Bring the sauce to a simmer and cook for 10-15 minutes, allowing it to thicken slightly.
- Return the browned chicken to the skillet, stirring to coat evenly with the sauce. Continue to cook for another 5-7 minutes, or until chicken is cooked through and tender.
Serving
- Serve hot with rice or naan bread, garnishing with fresh cilantro if desired.
Notes
For extra flavor, marinate the chicken in yogurt and spices for at least 30 minutes before cooking. Adjust spice levels to your preference by adding more or less garam masala or a pinch of cayenne pepper for heat.