Quick & Easy Homemade Butter Chicken for Cozy Nights In
This Quick & Easy Homemade Butter Chicken recipe is perfect for cozy nights in. With rich flavors and a comforting aroma, it’s sure to become a family favorite.
- Author: Souzan
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Indian
- Diet: Gluten-Free
- 1 pound chicken thighs, boneless and skinless
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 1 medium onion, finely chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon ginger, grated
- 1 tablespoon garam masala
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1 teaspoon ground coriander
- 1 cup tomato sauce
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 teaspoon salt, or to taste
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper, or to taste
- 2 tablespoons fresh cilantro, chopped (for garnish)
- Heat butter in a large skillet over medium heat.
- Add onions and cook until soft. Stir in garlic and ginger, cooking for another minute.
- Add the chicken and cook until browned on all sides.
- Stir in the garam masala, cumin, and coriander.
- Pour in the tomato sauce and heavy cream, simmering for 20 minutes.
- Season with salt and pepper, and garnish with cilantro before serving.
Notes
- Serve with rice or naan for a complete meal.
- Adjust spices according to your heat preference.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 550
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 38g
- Saturated Fat: 23g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 22g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 150mg
Keywords: butter chicken, quick recipe, easy dinner, cozy nights