This quick and easy homemade butter chicken recipe brings you the rich flavors of Indian cuisine right to your table. Perfectly spiced creamy sauce envelops tender chicken, making it a family favorite!
Author:Souzan
Prep Time:10 minutes
Cook Time:30 minutes
Total Time:40 minutes
Yield:4 servings 1x
Category:Main Course
Method:Skillet
Cuisine:Indian
Diet:Gluten-Free
Ingredients
Scale
1 pound boneless chicken thighs
1 tablespoon ginger, minced
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 tablespoon garam masala
1 teaspoon turmeric
1 teaspoon cumin
1 can (14 ounces) diced tomatoes
1 cup heavy cream
2 tablespoons butter
Salt to taste
Fresh cilantro for garnish
Instructions
In a large skillet, melt the butter over medium heat.
Add the minced ginger and garlic, sautéing until fragrant.
Add the chicken thighs, cooking until browned.
Stir in the spices and toss to coat the chicken.
Add the diced tomatoes and bring to a simmer.
Stir in the heavy cream, cooking until the chicken is cooked through.
Adjust salt to taste and garnish with fresh cilantro before serving.
Notes
This dish pairs beautifully with rice or naan bread.
For a vegetarian option, substitute chicken with tofu or chickpeas.