Easy Butter Chicken Recipe
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4.3
243 reviews
Good
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Prep Time
15 mins
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Cook Time
15 mins
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Marinate
6 hrs
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Total Time
6 hrs 45 mins
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Servings
8
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Calories
385 kcal
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Course
Main Course
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Cuisine
Indian
Easy Butter Chicken Recipe
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Easy to make butter chicken recipe made with chunks of tender chicken breasts cooked in a rich and Creamy buttery Indian sauce. Juicy, tasty, and so flavorful.
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Ingredients
For the Chicken Marinade
- 1½ tablespoons extra virgin olive oil avocado oil or coconut oil
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 2 teaspoons garam masala
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1 teaspoon chili powder
- 1 teaspoon kosher salt
- 2 pounds skinless and boneless chicken thighs or chicken breast, cut into 1-inch chunks
For the sauce:
- 3 tablespoons clarified butter divided
- 1 yellow onion diced
- 3 garlic cloves minced
- 1 tablespoon garam masala
- 1 tablespoon grated fresh ginger
- 1 teaspoon chili powder
- 1 teaspoon ground coriander
- ½ teaspoon cayenne pepper
- 14 ounces tomato sauce one can
- 1½ Cup coconut cream well stirred or blended
- salt and ground black pepper
- Chopped cilantro, for garnish
Instructions
- Start by marinating the 2 pounds skinless and boneless chicken thighs (chunks). In a large glass bowl, combine the 1½ tablespoons Extra Virgin Olive Oil with 1 teaspoon Garlic Powder, 2 teaspoons Garam Masala, 1 teaspoon Ground Cumin, 1 teaspoon Chili Powder, and 1 teaspoon Kosher Salt.
- Add the chicken and toss to coat with the marinade. Cover with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 6 hours, up to 24 hours.
- To make the sauce, heat 2 tablespoons of the 3 tablespoons Clarified Butter or Ghee butter in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
- Use tongs to add the marinated chicken pieces to the skillet in a single layer, leaving behind the excess marinade and brown on all sides.
- Cook the chicken in batches, if necessary, and don’t worry about cooking it all the way through at this stage.
- Transfer the browned chicken to a plate. Add another tablespoon of ghee to the skillet and reduce to medium heat.
- Add the 1 Yellow Onion (diced), 3 Garlic Cloves (minced), 1 tablespoon Garam Masala, 1 tablespoon Grated Fresh Ginger, 1 teaspoon Chili Powder, 1 teaspoon Ground Coriander, and ½ teaspoon Cayenne Pepper, and stir to combine.
- Cook the mixture for 45 seconds, then add the 14 ounces Tomato Sauce. Bring the sauce to a simmer and cook for 5 minutes, stirring occasionally.
- Stir in the 1½ Cup Coconut Cream, and return to a simmer. Return the browned chicken pieces to the skillet, along with any accumulated juices, and use a wooden spoon to settle the chicken into the sauce.
- Simmer for 10-15 minutes over medium-low heat until the chicken is tender and cooked through.
- Season to taste with Salt and ground black pepper if necessary. Top with Chopped cilantro, for garnish, and serve hot.
Notes
- Substitutes:
- Storage:
- Place leftovers in a container and store them in the fridge for up to 5 days. Reheat in the microwave when ready to eat. You can freeze for up to 3 months.
- You may use Coconut Oil in place of butter
- Instead of Coconut Cream, you can use Heavy cream or whipping cream
- Use ginger powder if you don't have fresh ginger
Nutrition Information
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Calories
385kcal
(19%)
Carbohydrates
9g
(3%)
Protein
25g
(50%)
Fat
29g
(45%)
Saturated Fat
19g
(95%)
Polyunsaturated Fat
2g
Monounsaturated Fat
6g
Trans Fat
0.02g
Cholesterol
122mg
(41%)
Sodium
639mg
(27%)
Potassium
624mg
(18%)
Fiber
3g
(12%)
Sugar
2g
(4%)
Vitamin A
446IU
(9%)
Vitamin C
6mg
(7%)
Calcium
34mg
(3%)
Iron
3mg
(17%)
Nutrition Facts
Serving: 8Serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 385 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 385kcal | 19% |
| Carbohydrates | 9g | 3% |
| Protein | 25g | 50% |
| Fat | 29g | 45% |
| Saturated Fat | 19g | 95% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2g | 12% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 6g | 30% |
| Trans Fat | 0.02g | 1% |
| Cholesterol | 122mg | 41% |
| Sodium | 639mg | 27% |
| Potassium | 624mg | 13% |
| Fiber | 3g | 12% |
| Sugar | 2g | 4% |
| Vitamin A | 446IU | 9% |
| Vitamin C | 6mg | 7% |
| Calcium | 34mg | 3% |
| Iron | 3mg | 17% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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