Name: Easy Butter Chicken
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Cuisine: Indian
Ingredients: 1.5 pounds boneless skinless chicken thighs; 1 teaspoon salt (for marinade); 1 teaspoon garlic powder; 1 teaspoon sweet paprika; 0.5 teaspoon curry powder (for marinade); 1 tablespoon Greek yogurt; 3 tablespoons vegetable oil; 3 tablespoons butter (divided); 6 cloves garlic (minced); 1 medium onion (diced); 15 ounces tomato sauce (1 can); 1 teaspoon sugar; 1 teaspoon salt (adjust to taste); 0.5 teaspoon black pepper; 2 cups heavy cream; 0.5 teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional for heat); 1 teaspoon garam masala; 0.5 teaspoon curry powder (for sauce); 0.25 cup fresh parsley (chopped, optional for garnish); Naan bread; Steamed rice

Description

This Easy Butter Chicken is a delightful combination of tender chicken thighs, creamy tomato sauce, and aromatic spices, making it a perfect choice for quick weeknight dinners or special occasions. Prepare in just 45 minutes for a delicious meal that everyone will love!

Ingredients

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1.5 pounds boneless skinless chicken thighs
1 teaspoon salt (for marinade)
1 teaspoon garlic powder
1 teaspoon sweet paprika
0.5 teaspoon curry powder (for marinade)
1 tablespoon Greek yogurt
3 tablespoons vegetable oil
3 tablespoons butter (divided)
6 cloves garlic (minced)
1 medium onion (diced)
15 ounces tomato sauce (1 can)
1 teaspoon sugar
1 teaspoon salt (adjust to taste)
0.5 teaspoon black pepper
2 cups heavy cream
0.5 teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional for heat)
1 teaspoon garam masala
0.5 teaspoon curry powder (for sauce)
0.25 cup fresh parsley (chopped, optional for garnish)
Naan bread
Steamed rice

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Instructions

Marinate the chicken with salt, garlic powder, paprika, curry powder, and yogurt for at least 15 minutes.
Heat vegetable oil in a skillet and cook the chicken until golden brown, about 8-10 minutes. Set aside.
Sauté minced garlic and diced onion until translucent in the same skillet.
Add tomato sauce and sugar, letting it simmer for 2-3 minutes.
Return chicken to the skillet, pour in heavy cream, and stir until the sauce is vibrant orange.
Add cayenne pepper, garam masala, and black pepper. Simmer for 10 minutes.
Stir in remaining butter at the end for a silky sauce. Serve hot with naan or rice.

Notes

Feel free to adjust the spice level by adding more or less cayenne pepper.
For a gluten-free version, ensure to use certified gluten-free yogurt and naan bread.
This dish tastes even better the next day! Prepare ahead of time for deeper flavors.

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 serving
Calories: 675
Sugar: 7g
Sodium: 900mg
Fat: 48g
Saturated Fat: 27g
Unsaturated Fat: 13g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 38g
Fiber: 1g
Protein: 34g
Cholesterol: 180mg