Quick & Easy Homemade Butter Chicken

Indulge in the rich and creamy flavors of homemade butter chicken, ready in just 30 minutes! This easy recipe features tender chicken thighs simmered in a luscious sauce of butter, spices, and heavy cream. Perfectly spiced to your taste, it pairs wonderfully with basmati rice or warm naan. Garnish with fresh coriander for a burst of color and flavor. Quick to make, this dish is sure to delight your family and friends!

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Ingredients

500g boneless chicken thighs, cut into bite-sized pieces

2 tablespoons butter

1 tablespoon vegetable oil

1 medium onion, finely chopped

3 cloves garlic, minced

1-inch piece ginger, grated

1 teaspoon ground cumin

1 teaspoon ground coriander

1 teaspoon garam masala

1/2 teaspoon turmeric powder

1/2 teaspoon red chili powder (adjust to taste)

400g canned diced tomatoes

1 cup heavy cream

Salt to taste

Fresh coriander, chopped (for garnish)

Cooked basmati rice or naan (for serving)

Instructions

In a large pan, heat the butter and vegetable oil over medium heat until melted and hot.

Add the chopped onions and sauté until they are translucent and starting to brown, about 5-7 minutes.

Stir in the minced garlic and grated ginger, cooking for another 1-2 minutes until fragrant.

Add the ground cumin, coriander, garam masala, turmeric, and red chili powder. Stir well for 1 minute to toast the spices.

Increase the heat to medium-high and add the chicken pieces. Cook until they are browned on all sides, about 5-6 minutes.

Pour in the canned diced tomatoes along with their juice. Stir everything together, reduce the heat to low, and let it simmer for about 10-15 minutes until the chicken is cooked through and tender.

Slowly stir in the heavy cream. Cook for an additional 5 minutes, allowing the sauce to thicken and the flavors to meld. Season with salt to taste.

Garnish with fresh chopped coriander and serve hot over basmati rice or with warm naan.

Prep Time: 10 minutes | Total Time: 30 minutes | Servings: 4