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Quick & Easy Homemade Butter Chicken

Quick & Easy Homemade Butter Chicken Recipe
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Indulge in the rich and creamy flavors of our Quick & Easy Homemade Butter Chicken Recipe, a comforting dish that promises to impress both family and friends. This delightful recipe combines tender chicken marinated in aromatic spices with a velvety sauce made from fresh ingredients. Perfectly seasoned, this butter chicken pairs beautifully with warm naan or fluffy rice, making it an ideal choice for weeknight dinners or special occasions. Whether you prefer it mild or spicy, you can easily customize the heat level to suit your taste. Elevate your dining experience with this crowd-pleasing dish that brings the essence of Indian cuisine right to your table.

Ingredients

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  • 1 ½ pounds skinless boneless chicken thighs, cut into bite-sized chunks
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon sweet paprika
  • ½ teaspoon curry powder
  • 1 tablespoon Greek yogurt
  • 3 tablespoons vegetable oil
  • 3 tablespoons butter, divided
  • 6 garlic cloves, minced
  • 1 medium onion, diced
  • 1 15-ounce can tomato sauce
  • 1 teaspoon sugar
  • 1 teaspoon salt, adjust to taste
  • ½ teaspoon black pepper
  • 2 cups heavy cream
  • ½ teaspoon cayenne pepper, optional for heat
  • 1 teaspoon garam masala
  • ½ teaspoon curry powder
  • ¼ cup freshly chopped parsley, optional, for garnish
  • Naan bread
  • Steamed rice

Instructions

  1. Marinate chicken with salt, garlic powder, sweet paprika, curry powder, and Greek yogurt for at least 15 minutes.
  2. Heat butter and oil in a skillet over medium heat; cook marinated chicken until golden brown on all sides (5-7 minutes). Remove from skillet.
  3. In the same skillet, sauté minced garlic and diced onions until fragrant and softened (about 5 minutes).
  4. Stir in tomato sauce, sugar, salt, black pepper, heavy cream, cayenne pepper (if using), garam masala, and curry powder.
  5. Return chicken to the skillet; simmer on low heat for about 10 minutes until cooked through and sauce is thickened.
  6. Serve hot with naan bread and steamed rice.

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