Quick Easy Homemade Butter Chicken (Printable Version)
# What You’ll Need:
→ Chicken Marinade
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1.5 pounds boneless, skinless chicken thighs, cut into bite-sized chunks
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1 teaspoon salt
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1 teaspoon garlic powder
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1 teaspoon sweet paprika
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0.5 teaspoon curry powder
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1 tablespoon Greek yogurt
→ Butter Chicken Sauce
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3 tablespoons vegetable oil
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3 tablespoons butter, divided
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6 garlic cloves, minced
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1 medium onion, diced
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1 can (15 oz) tomato sauce
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1 teaspoon sugar
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1 teaspoon salt, adjust to taste
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0.5 teaspoon black pepper
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2 cups heavy cream
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0.5 teaspoon cayenne pepper, optional
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1 teaspoon garam masala
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0.5 teaspoon curry powder
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0.25 cup fresh parsley, chopped (optional, for garnish)
→ To Serve
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Naan bread
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Steamed rice
# Steps to Follow:
01 -
In a bowl, mix chicken with salt, garlic powder, paprika, curry powder, and Greek yogurt. Stir until coated. Let sit for 15 minutes.
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In a large skillet, heat oil over medium-high heat. Add the chicken and cook for 8–10 minutes, until golden and cooked through. Remove chicken and set aside.
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Reduce heat to medium. Add 1 tablespoon of butter. Add garlic and onion with a pinch of salt. Sauté until onion is soft.
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Stir in tomato sauce and sugar. Simmer for 2–3 minutes. Add the chicken back in and mix. Stir in heavy cream.
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Add cayenne (optional), garam masala, curry powder, and black pepper. Let simmer for 10 minutes on low heat. Adjust salt to taste.
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Add remaining 2 tablespoons of butter and stir to melt. Garnish with parsley if desired.
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Serve hot with naan and rice.
# Additional Notes:
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Letting the chicken marinate enhances the flavor and tenderness.