Butter Chicken
Creamy, rich and mildly spiced Indian classic made with tender chicken simmered in a buttery tomato sauce. Perfect with basmati rice or warm naan.
Cooking time
45 minutesActive Сooking Time
30 minutesDifficulty
MediumProducts for the recipe
Step by Step Recipe
Melt butter in a large pan over medium heat. Add chopped onion and cook until soft and golden.
Add garlic and ginger. Cook for about 1 minute until fragrant.
Stir in garam masala, paprika, turmeric, salt and sugar. Cook spices for 30 seconds.
Add tomato puree and simmer for 10–15 minutes until the sauce thickens.
Add chicken pieces and cook until fully done and tender, about 10 minutes.
Pour in heavy cream, mix well and simmer another 5 minutes.
Garnish with cilantro and serve hot with basmati rice or naan.
Ingredients
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Boneless chicken thighs or breast
1.5 lb
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Butter
3 tbsp
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Onion, finely chopped
1 medium
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Garlic, minced
3 cloves
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Fresh ginger, grated
1 tbsp
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Tomato puree or crushed tomatoes
1.5 cups
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Heavy cream
1 cup
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Garam masala
2 tsp
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Paprika or chili powder
1 tsp
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Turmeric
1/2 tsp
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Salt
to taste
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Sugar
1 tsp
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Fresh cilantro (optional)
for garnish
