Creamy Butter Chicken
A rich and flavorful butter chicken curry perfect for family dinners and meal prep.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Indian
- Diet: Non-Vegetarian
Ingredients
- 1 lb chicken breast, cubed
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 1 onion, finely chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon ginger, minced
- 1 can (14 oz) diced tomatoes
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 2 teaspoons garam masala
- 1 teaspoon cumin
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh cilantro, chopped (for garnish)
- Cooked rice (or naan) for serving
Instructions
- Sauté Aromatics: In a large skillet, melt the butter over medium heat. Add the chopped onion, garlic, and ginger, and sauté until the onion is translucent, about 5 minutes.
- Cook Chicken: Add the cubed chicken to the skillet and cook until browned on all sides, approximately 6-8 minutes.
- Add Spices and Tomatoes: Stir in the diced tomatoes, garam masala, cumin, salt, and pepper. Mix well to combine and enhance the flavors.
- Simmer: Reduce the heat and simmer for 10 minutes, allowing the spices to fully infuse the sauce.
- Creamy Finish: Lower the heat further and stir in the heavy cream, cooking for an additional 5 minutes until heated through and creamy.
- Serve: Serve the creamy butter chicken over cooked rice or with naan, garnished with fresh cilantro.
Notes
Don’t rush the sautéing process to maximize flavor. Use fresh ingredients for the best results.