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Quick & Easy Homemade Butter Chicken Recipe

Quick & Easy Homemade Butter Chicken Recipe
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Indulge in the creamy and flavorful goodness of this Quick & Easy Homemade Butter Chicken Recipe. Perfect for a cozy family dinner or impressing friends, this rich and velvety Butter Chicken is a comforting masterpiece that pairs beautifully with warm naan and fluffy rice.

Ingredients

For the Chicken & Marinade

  • 1 ½ pounds skinless boneless chicken thighs, cut into bite-sized chunks
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon sweet paprika
  • ½ teaspoon curry powder
  • 1 tablespoon Greek yogurt

For the Butter Chicken Sauce

  • 3 tablespoons vegetable oil
  • 3 tablespoons butter divided
  • 6 garlic cloves minced
  • 1 medium onion diced
  • 1 15-ounce can tomato sauce
  • 1 teaspoon sugar
  • 1 teaspoon salt adjust to taste
  • ½ teaspoon black pepper
  • 2 cups heavy cream
  • ½ teaspoon cayenne pepper optional for heat
  • 1 teaspoon garam masala
  • ½ teaspoon curry powder
  • ¼ cup freshly chopped parsley optional, for garnish

To Serve

  • Naan bread
  • Steamed rice

Instructions

  1. Marinate the Chicken – In a medium bowl, combine chicken, salt, garlic powder, sweet paprika, curry powder, and Greek yogurt. Let it marinate for at least 15 minutes.
  2. Cook the Chicken – Cook the marinated chicken in oil until golden brown and cooked through. Set aside.
  3. Prepare the Sauce Base – Sauté garlic, onion, then add tomato sauce and sugar.
  4. Build the Sauce – Add back the chicken, heavy cream, and spices. Simmer.
  5. Season and Simmer – Let the sauce simmer, adjusting seasonings to taste.
  6. Finish with Butter – Stir in butter for a silky finish.
  7. Serve and Enjoy – Serve hot with naan bread and rice.

Notes

  • For extra heat, add more cayenne pepper.
  • You can adjust the salt to suit your taste preferences.
  • Garnish with fresh parsley for a pop of color.

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