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A vibrant plate of homemade butter chicken featuring tender chicken chunks coated in a rich, creamy tomato-based sauce, garnished with fresh cilantro and served alongside fluffy rice. The dish is beautifully plated on a white ceramic plate with a rustic wooden table background, highlighting the glossy sauce and colorful herbs, styled simply for an appetizing, inviting presentation.

Easy Homemade Butter Chicken Recipe

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A delicious, creamy butter chicken made with tender chicken simmered in a spiced tomato sauce, perfect for quick weeknight dinners.

  • Total Time: 30 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings

Ingredients

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  • 1 lb chicken breasts or thighs, cut into chunks
  • 2 tbsp butter
  • 1 onion, chopped
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tbsp ginger, grated
  • 1 can (14 oz) tomato sauce
  • 1/2 cup heavy cream
  • 2 tsp garam masala
  • 1 tsp cumin
  • 1 tsp turmeric
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Fresh cilantro for garnish

Instructions

  1. Heat butter in a large skillet over medium heat. Add chopped onion and cook until translucent.
  2. Add garlic and ginger; sauté until fragrant.
  3. Stir in spices: garam masala, cumin, turmeric; cook for 1 minute.
  4. Add chicken chunks and cook until browned.
  5. Pour in tomato sauce; simmer for 15 minutes.
  6. Stir in heavy cream; cook for 5 minutes until sauce thickens.
  7. Garnish with cilantro, serve over rice.

Notes

  • Use boneless, skinless chicken for quick cooking.
  • Adjust spice levels to taste.
  • Serve with basmati rice or naan bread.
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 20 minutes
  • Method: Stovetop
  • Cuisine: Indian
  • Diet: Gluten-Free

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 plate
  • Calories: 380 Kcal
  • Sugar: 6g
  • Sodium: 450mg
  • Fat: 22g
  • Saturated Fat: 13g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 8g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 20g
  • Fiber: 3g
  • Protein: 30g
  • Cholesterol: 100mg
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