Easy Butter Chicken Recipe

Name: Easy Butter Chicken Recipe
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 40 min
Yield: 6 servings
Ingredients: 1 ½ pounds boneless, skinless chicken thighs; 1 teaspoon kosher salt; ½ teaspoon freshly ground black pepper; 2 tablespoons vegetable oil; 4 tablespoons butter; 1 yellow onion; 3 teaspoons garam masala; 1 teaspoon ground ginger; 1 teaspoon chili powder; 1 6 ounce can tomato paste; 1 cup tomato sauce; 1 bay leaf; 2 cups heavy cream; ½ lime; cilantro leaves

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Prep Time
10 mins
Cook Time
10 mins
Total Time
40 mins
Servings
6 servings
Calories
913 kcal
Course
Main Course
Cuisine
Indian

Easy Butter Chicken Recipe

Iris Warren

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Tender chunks of chicken are coated in a silky smooth tomato-based cream sauce that's spiked with butter and a blend of fragrant Indian spices. This quick and easy butter chicken recipe is spiced, not spicy, making it perfect for weeknight family dinners.

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Ingredients

Servings

1 ½ pounds boneless, skinless chicken thighs , trimmed and cut into 1-inch pieces
1 teaspoon kosher salt
½ teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
2 tablespoons vegetable oil , divided
4 tablespoons butter , divided
1 yellow onion , diced
3 teaspoons garam masala
1 teaspoon ground ginger
1 teaspoon chili powder
1 6 ounce can tomato paste
1 cup tomato sauce
1 bay leaf
2 cups heavy cream
½ lime
cilantro leaves , for garnish

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Instructions

Add the chunks of chicken to a bowl and season with the kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper. Toss to coat and set aside.
In a large, high-sided skillet or 6-quart pan, heat 1 tablespoon oil and 1 tablespoon butter over medium heat. Add the onion and cook for 4-5 minutes or until it begins to soften. Add the garam masala, ground ginger, and chili powder and cook for 2 minutes, stirring often so it doesn't burn. Stir in the tomato paste and tomato sauce and whisk until smooth; cook for 2 minutes.
Stir in the cream until smooth then add the bay leaf. Bring to a boil then reduce to a simmer and cook for 5 minutes.
While the sauce cooks, add the remaining 1 tablespoon oil and 1 tablespoon butter to a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the chicken and cook for 4-5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the chicken is lightly browned on all sides.
Add the tomato cream sauce to the chicken and stir to combine. Scrape up any browned bits from the bottom of the pan and simmer for 10-15 minutes. Add a squeeze of lime and garnish with chopped cilantro. Serve with basmati rice and garlic naan on the side.

Nutrition Information

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Calories 913kcal (46%) Carbohydrates 23g (8%) Protein 26g (52%) Fat 82g (126%) Saturated Fat 46g (230%) Cholesterol 304mg (101%) Sodium 956mg (40%) Potassium 1122mg (32%) Fiber 6g (24%) Sugar 11g (22%) Vitamin A 3496IU (70%) Vitamin C 28mg (31%) Calcium 129mg (13%) Iron 3mg (17%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 6servings

Amount Per Serving

Calories 913 kcal

% Daily Value*

Calories	913kcal	46%
Carbohydrates	23g	8%
Protein	26g	52%
Fat	82g	126%
Saturated Fat	46g	230%
Cholesterol	304mg	101%
Sodium	956mg	40%
Potassium	1122mg	24%
Fiber	6g	24%
Sugar	11g	22%
Vitamin A	3496IU	70%
Vitamin C	28mg	31%
Calcium	129mg	13%
Iron	3mg	17%