Description
A rich and creamy butter chicken dish, perfect for cozy dinners or gatherings, filled with flavors of spices and tender chicken.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb chicken breast, cut into cubes
- 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
- 1 onion, finely chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon ginger, grated
- 1 can (15 oz) tomato sauce
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 2 teaspoons garam masala
- 1 teaspoon cumin
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Cooked rice for serving
- Fresh cilantro for garnish
Instructions
- Heat the vegetable oil in a large pot over medium heat.
- Add the finely chopped onions and sauté until translucent, about 5-6 minutes.
- Stir in the minced garlic and grated ginger, cooking for an additional minute until fragrant.
- Add the cubed chicken pieces and cook until golden brown all over.
- Pour in the tomato sauce, stirring to combine with the chicken.
- Incorporate the heavy cream, garam masala, cumin, and paprika. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Reduce heat and let simmer for about 15 minutes, stirring occasionally until the chicken is cooked through.
- Serve over cooked rice, garnished with fresh cilantro.
Notes
Consider cooking chicken thighs instead of breasts for added moisture and flavor. Customize the spice level to your preference.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Simmering
- Cuisine: Indian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 18g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 120mg
Keywords: butter chicken, Indian cuisine, comfort food