Description
Butter Chicken (Better Than Takeout) is a creamy and flavorful Indian dish that you can easily whip up in your kitchen, surpassing the taste of your favorite takeout. This recipe combines tender chicken marinated in spices with a rich tomato-based sauce, finished with heavy cream for that luxurious texture. Whether you’re planning a quick weeknight dinner or a special gathering, this Butter Chicken will not only satisfy your cravings but also impress your guests. Serve it alongside fluffy basmati rice or warm naan to soak up every drop of the delicious sauce. With just 25 minutes of preparation and cooking time, you’ll have a comforting meal that’s perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients
Scale
- 500 g boneless, skinless chicken thighs or breasts
- 2 tablespoons plain yogurt
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 1 small onion
- 3 cloves garlic
- 1½ teaspoons garam masala
- ¾ cup heavy cream
- Fresh cilantro for garnish
Instructions
- Marinate the chicken with yogurt, lemon juice, and spices for at least 10–15 minutes.
- Cook the marinated chicken in a skillet until browned and set aside.
- Sauté onions, garlic, ginger, and spices in the same skillet until fragrant.
- Add tomato paste and purée; simmer until thickened.
- Stir in cream and return the chicken to the skillet; simmer for an additional 5–7 minutes.
- Garnish with fresh cilantro and serve hot.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: Indian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 420
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 750mg
- Fat: 28g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 32g
- Cholesterol: 120mg