Quick Easy Homemade Butter Chicken: Indulgent Comfort in Minutes
This quick and easy butter chicken recipe is perfect for busy weeknights, combining rich flavors with minimal effort.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Indian
- Diet: Gluten-Free
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound chicken thighs, boneless and skinless
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 1 onion, finely chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 inch ginger, grated
- 1 tablespoon garam masala
- 1 teaspoon turmeric
- 1 teaspoon cumin
- 1 can coconut milk
- 1 cup tomato sauce
- Salt to taste
- Fresh cilantro for garnish
Instructions
- In a large pan, melt the butter over medium heat.
- Add onions, garlic, and ginger; sauté until onions are translucent.
- Stir in the chicken and cook until browned.
- Add garam masala, turmeric, and cumin; mix well.
- Pour in coconut milk and tomato sauce; reduce heat and simmer for 15 minutes.
- Season with salt and garnish with fresh cilantro before serving.
Notes
- For a spicier kick, add a pinch of chili powder.
- Serve with rice or naan for a complete meal.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 100mg
Keywords: Quick & Easy Homemade Butter Chicken Recipe