Quick Butter Chicken with Rice and Naan
A fast and flavorful homemade Butter Chicken made with tender chicken, aromatic spices, and a rich, creamy tomato sauce—ready in just 30 minutes.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
Ingredients
1.5 lbs boneless, skinless chicken thighs, cut into chunks
1/2 cup plain yogurt or 2 tbsp lemon juice
4 garlic cloves, minced (divided)
2 tsp fresh grated ginger (divided)
2 tbsp unsalted butter
1 onion, finely chopped
1 cup tomato puree or crushed tomatoes
1/2 cup heavy cream
1 tbsp garam masala
1 tsp paprika
1 tsp ground cumin
1/2 tsp turmeric
1/2 tsp salt (plus more to taste)
1 tsp sugar
Black pepper to taste
Optional: chopped cilantro for garnish
Instructions
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Marinate chicken with yogurt/lemon juice, 2 garlic cloves, 1 tsp ginger, garam masala, salt, and turmeric for 15 mins.
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In a skillet, melt 2 tbsp butter. Sear marinated chicken 3–4 mins per side until browned. Remove.
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In same pan, add chopped onion and sauté 5–6 mins. Add remaining garlic and ginger.
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Stir in cumin, paprika, and garam masala. Cook 30 secs.
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Add tomato puree, sugar, salt. Simmer 5–7 mins.
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Return chicken to pan. Stir in cream. Simmer 8–10 mins until chicken is cooked through.
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Adjust seasoning. Garnish with cilantro. Serve hot with rice or naan.
Notes
For a dairy-free version, use coconut cream. Chicken breasts can be substituted. Store leftovers up to 4 days.
Find it online: https://dryrecipes.com/quick-butter-chicken-with-rice-and-naan/