Description
A rich and creamy Butter Chicken recipe that brings the comforting flavors of Indian cuisine right to your kitchen. Perfect for any occasion!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 medium yellow onion, diced
- 2 lbs raw chicken breast, cut into 1/2 inch cubes
- 1 tsp ginger, minced
- 6 cloves garlic
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 6 oz tomato paste
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 tbsp garam masala, heaping
- 1 tsp chili powder
- 1 tsp fenugreek powder (optional)
- 1 tsp cumin
- 1 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
- 1 cup jasmine rice
Instructions
- Sauté the onion: In a large skillet, heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil over medium heat. Add the diced yellow onion and sauté until it becomes translucent, about 5 minutes.
- Add garlic and ginger: Toss in the minced garlic and ginger, stirring constantly for about a minute until fragrant.
- Brown the chicken: Add in your cubed chicken breast. Cook for about 8-10 minutes, stirring occasionally, until it’s no longer pink.
- Introduce the tomato paste: Stir in the tomato paste and let it cook for about 2-3 minutes.
- Spice it up: Sprinkle in garam masala, chili powder, fenugreek powder, cumin, salt, and black pepper. Mix and let those spices toast for a minute.
- Creamy goodness: Pour in the heavy cream and mix everything until beautifully combined. Bring to a simmer, then reduce the heat and let it cook uncovered for 15-20 minutes.
- Fluff that rice: While simmering, cook your jasmine rice according to package instructions.
- Taste test: Adjust seasoning to your liking.
- Serve it up: Plate your Butter Chicken over jasmine rice, drizzling with the luscious sauce.
Notes
For an authentic dining experience, garnish with fresh cilantro and serve with naan or a lemon wedge.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Indian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 490
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 18g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 40g
- Cholesterol: 120mg
Keywords: Butter Chicken, Indian Cuisine, Comfort Food