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Craving something rich and satisfying? 🍛✨ Indian Butter Chicken is the ultimate comfort food! This dish features tender chicken simmered in a luscious, spiced tomato cream sauce, creating a symphony of flavors that transport you straight to India. Perfect served with naan or rice, it’s a crowd-pleaser that’s surprisingly easy to whip up in your kitchen! 🎉
Indian Butter Chicken 🍛🥘
Course: MainCuisine: IndianDifficulty: EasyServings
4
servingsPrep time
20
minutesCooking/ Cooling Time
30
minutescalories per serving
450
kcalIngredients
- For the Chicken Marinade:
1 lb boneless, skinless chicken thighs, cubed 🍗
1/2 cup plain yogurt 🥣
1 tablespoon garam masala 🌶️
1 teaspoon cumin 🌿
1 teaspoon turmeric 🟡
Salt to taste 🧂
- For the Butter Chicken Sauce:
3 tablespoons unsalted butter 🧈
1 onion, finely chopped 🧅
3 cloves garlic, minced 🧄
1 tablespoon ginger, minced 🌟
1 can (14 oz) crushed tomatoes 🍅
1 cup heavy cream 🥛
1 teaspoon sugar 🍬
1 teaspoon paprika 🔥
Fresh cilantro for garnish 🌱
Directions
- In a bowl, combine chicken, yogurt, garam masala, cumin, turmeric, and salt. Marinate for at least 30 minutes (or overnight for best results).
- In a large skillet, melt the butter over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and sauté until golden brown.
- Stir in the garlic and ginger, cooking for another minute until fragrant.
- Add the marinated chicken to the skillet and cook until browned, about 5-7 minutes.
- Pour in the crushed tomatoes, sugar, and paprika. Simmer for 10 minutes, stirring occasionally.
- Reduce the heat and stir in the heavy cream. Cook for an additional 5 minutes until heated through.
- Garnish with fresh cilantro before serving.
Notes
- Serve with warm naan or steamed basmati rice for the perfect meal! 🍚
- Adjust the spices according to your heat preference; add more chili for a kick! 🌶️
- Leftovers taste even better the next day, making it a great make-ahead meal! 🎉
This Indian Butter Chicken is rich, creamy, and bursting with flavor, making it an irresistible dish for any occasion! 🍛✨ With its tender chicken and aromatic sauce, it’s sure to become a family favorite. Enjoy the warmth of Indian cuisine right at home! 🌟
