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Quick & Easy Homemade Butter Chicken

Quick & Easy Homemade Butter Chicken Recipe
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Indulge in the rich flavors of this Quick & Easy Homemade Butter Chicken Recipe, a delightful dish that brings together tender chicken in a creamy, spiced sauce. Perfect for both casual weeknight dinners and special occasions, this recipe guarantees to impress everyone around your table. With a cooking time of only 45 minutes, you’ll have a delicious meal ready without spending hours in the kitchen. Customize the spice levels to suit your taste and enjoy it with naan bread or steamed rice for a truly comforting experience.

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, 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. In a mixing bowl, combine the chicken pieces, salt, garlic powder, sweet paprika, curry powder, and Greek yogurt. Mix well, cover, and refrigerate for at least 15 minutes.
  2. Heat vegetable oil and 1 tablespoon of butter in a skillet over medium heat. Add minced garlic and diced onion; sauté until fragrant.
  3. Add 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 over medium-high heat until browned and cooked through (about 7–10 minutes).
  5. Transfer the cooked chicken into the sauce mixture, stir in the remaining butter, and let it simmer for a few more minutes.
  6. Garnish with parsley if desired and serve hot with naan bread or steamed rice.

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