Description
Rich and comforting butter chicken with warm spices is the ultimate cozy dish that envelops your taste buds in a creamy, flavorful embrace. This beloved Indian classic features tender chicken simmered in a luscious tomato-coconut sauce, making it an ideal centerpiece for gatherings or a satisfying weeknight meal. Pair it with fluffy rice or warm naan to elevate your dining experience and create lasting memories around the table.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5 lbs)
- 4 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- 1-inch piece fresh ginger, grated
- 1 can (14 oz) crushed tomatoes
- 1 cup coconut milk
- 1/2 cup plain yogurt
- 4 tbsp butter
- 2 tsp garam masala
- 1 tsp cumin powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Cut chicken breasts into bite-sized pieces and pat dry.
- In a bowl, combine yogurt, garlic, ginger, garam masala, cumin powder, salt, and pepper. Marinate chicken for at least 30 minutes.
- Heat butter in a skillet over medium-high heat. Sauté marinated chicken until browned (about 5 minutes per side). Remove from skillet.
- In the same skillet, sauté onions until golden brown. Add garlic and ginger until fragrant.
- Stir in crushed tomatoes and coconut milk; mix well.
- Return chicken to the skillet and simmer for about 15 minutes to meld flavors.
- Serve garnished with fresh cilantro alongside rice or naan.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 380
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 560mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 90mg