Description
A creamy and flavorful butter chicken recipe that is easy to make and perfect for a delicious meal.
Ingredients
- 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
- 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)
- 1 teaspoon garam masala
- ½ teaspoon curry powder
- ¼ cup freshly chopped parsley (optional garnish)
- Naan bread (for serving)
- Steamed rice (for serving)
Instructions
- In a small bowl, toss the chicken chunks with salt, garlic powder, sweet paprika, and ½ teaspoon curry powder. Add the Greek yogurt and mix. Let marinate for 15-30 minutes.
- Heat vegetable oil and 1 tablespoon of butter in a large pan over medium-high heat. Sear marinated chicken until golden brown, about 5-7 minutes.
- Remove chicken from the pan. In the same pan, add remaining 2 tablespoons of butter, minced garlic, and diced onion. Sauté until onions are translucent.
- Pour in the tomato sauce, remaining salt, sugar, black pepper, and ½ teaspoon curry powder. Stir together.
- Slowly stir in heavy cream, cayenne (if using) and garam masala. Return chicken to the pan and let simmer for 10-15 minutes until sauce thickens.
- Add one last tablespoon of butter and stir until melted and silken.
- Serve over steamed rice or with naan, garnished with parsley if desired.
Notes
For extra flavors, allow flavors to meld by preparing the dish ahead of time.