Easy Butter Chicken Recipe

Introduction

Ingredients

• 1 lb boneless chicken breast, cut into bite-sized pieces
• 1 cup plain yogurt
• 2 tablespoons lemon juice
• 1 tablespoon garam masala
• 1 tablespoon turmeric
• 1 tablespoon cumin
• 1 tablespoon paprika
• 1 tablespoon salt
• 1 tablespoon pepper
• 3 tablespoons butter
• 1 onion, chopped
• 4 garlic cloves, minced
• 1 tablespoon ginger, grated
• 1 can tomato sauce
• 1 cup heavy cream
• 1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro

Instructions

1. In a bowl, mix together the chicken, yogurt, lemon juice, garam masala, turmeric, cumin, paprika, salt, and pepper. Cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes.
2. In a large pot, melt the butter over medium heat. Add the onion, garlic, and ginger, and cook until fragrant, about 2-3 minutes.
3. Add the marinated chicken and cook until browned, about 5-7 minutes.
4. Add the tomato sauce and bring to a simmer. Cover and cook for 15-20 minutes, stirring occasionally.
5. Add the heavy cream and stir to combine. Simmer for an additional 5-10 minutes.
6. Garnish with cilantro and serve with rice or naan bread.

Nutrition

• Calories: 450
• Total Fat: 29g
• Saturated Fat: 17g
• Cholesterol: 155mg
• Sodium: 1090mg
• Total Carbohydrates: 13g
• Dietary Fiber: 2g
• Sugars: 6g
• Protein: 37g

Tips and Variations

1. If you don't have garam masala, you can use curry powder instead.
2. If you want a spicier butter chicken, add more cayenne pepper or red pepper flakes.
3. For a healthier version, you can use Greek yogurt instead of heavy cream.
4. If you're vegetarian, you can substitute the chicken with tofu or paneer.
5. You can add vegetables like peas, carrots, or bell peppers to the butter chicken for some extra nutrition and flavor.

Conclusion