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Quick & Easy Homemade Butter Chicken Recipe

Quick & Easy Homemade Butter Chicken Recipe
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Indulge in the comforting flavors of this Quick & Easy Homemade Butter Chicken Recipe, a delightful dish that infuses your dinner table with the essence of Indian cuisine. Tender chicken is marinated and simmered in a rich, creamy tomato sauce, delivering an explosion of aromatic spices that will impress both family and guests. Perfect for busy weeknights or special occasions, this recipe requires minimal prep time and is easy to follow. Serve it with warm naan or fluffy steamed rice to soak up the delicious sauce, making it a go-to meal for any culinary enthusiast!

Ingredients

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  • 1 ½ pounds skinless boneless chicken thighs
  • 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
  • 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 in a mixing bowl with salt, garlic powder, sweet paprika, curry powder, and Greek yogurt for at least 15 minutes.
  2. In a large skillet over medium heat, heat vegetable oil and 1 tablespoon of butter. Sauté minced garlic and diced onion until fragrant.
  3. Stir in tomato sauce, sugar, salt, black pepper, heavy cream, cayenne pepper (if using), garam masala, and curry powder. Simmer for about 5 minutes.
  4. Cook the marinated chicken in another pan until browned and fully cooked through.
  5. Combine cooked chicken with the sauce in the skillet; stir in remaining butter and let simmer for a few minutes before serving.

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