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Quick & Easy Homemade Butter Chicken

Quick & Easy Homemade Butter Chicken: A Juicy Family Favorite

Learn how to make quick and easy homemade butter chicken that your whole family will love. This recipe combines tender chicken pieces with a rich and creamy sauce.

  • Total Time: 40 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x

Ingredients

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  • 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken thighs
  • 2 tablespoons butter
  • 1 onion, finely chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tablespoon ginger, minced
  • 1 tablespoon garam masala
  • 1 teaspoon cumin
  • 1 can (14 oz) coconut milk
  • 1 can (8 oz) tomato sauce
  • 1 teaspoon sugar
  • salt to taste

Instructions

  1. In a large skillet, melt the butter over medium heat.
  2. Add the chopped onion and cook until translucent.
  3. Stir in the garlic and ginger; cook for 1 minute.
  4. Add the chicken thighs and cook until browned on all sides.
  5. Stir in garam masala and cumin, cooking for another minute.
  6. Pour in the coconut milk and tomato sauce; bring to a simmer.
  7. Let it cook for 20 minutes until the chicken is cooked through.

Notes

  • Serve with rice or naan for a complete meal.
  • Adjust spices based on your heat preference.
  • Author: Souzan
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 30 minutes
  • Category: Dinner
  • Method: Stovetop
  • Cuisine: Indian
  • Diet: Gluten-Free

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 bowl
  • Calories: 450
  • Sugar: 5g
  • Sodium: 600mg
  • Fat: 25g
  • Saturated Fat: 10g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 10g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 30g
  • Fiber: 3g
  • Protein: 30g
  • Cholesterol: 100mg

Keywords: butter chicken, homemade, easy recipe, family favorite