Butter Chicken
Butter chicken is a beloved dish known for its creamy texture and delicious flavors, perfect for a comforting meal.
Ingredients
For the Marinade
- 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
For Cooking
- 3 tablespoons vegetable oil
- 3 tablespoons butter divided
- 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
To Serve
- Naan bread for dipping
- Steamed rice to soak up the sauce
Instructions
Marinate the Chicken
- In a bowl, mix chicken chunks with salt, garlic powder, sweet paprika, curry powder, and Greek yogurt. Let it marinate for at least 30 minutes.
Cook the Chicken
- In a large pan, heat vegetable oil over medium-high heat.
- Add the marinated chicken and cook until browned on all sides, about 5-7 minutes.
- Remove the chicken from the pan and set aside.
Prepare the Sauce Base
- In the same pan, add 2 tablespoons of butter.
- Add minced garlic and diced onion, and sauté until the onion is soft and translucent.
Build the Sauce
- Stir in the tomato sauce, sugar, salt, and black pepper.
- Let it cook for a few minutes to combine the flavors.
Season and Simmer
- Return the chicken to the pan.
- Add heavy cream, cayenne pepper (if using), garam masala, and curry powder.
- Stir well and let it simmer for about 15 minutes, until the chicken is fully cooked through.
Finish with Butter
- Add the remaining tablespoon of butter to the sauce and stir until melted.
Serve and Enjoy
- Garnish with freshly chopped parsley if desired.
- Serve hot with naan bread or steamed rice.
Notes
Store any leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3-4 days. To reheat, simply warm it on the stove over low heat, adding a splash of water or cream if necessary to loosen the sauce.