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Butter Chicken

Indulge in the rich and creamy delight of butter chicken, featuring tender chicken pieces in a luscious tomato-based sauce infused with aromatic spices.
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Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Indian
Keyword: butter chicken, Indian recipe, chicken curry, creamy chicken
Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 30 minutes
Total Time: 45 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 350kcal

Ingredients

  • 500 g chicken breast diced
  • 2 tablespoons butter
  • 1 onion finely chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 tablespoon ginger grated
  • 400 g canned tomatoes
  • 200 ml heavy cream
  • 1 tablespoon garam masala
  • 1 teaspoon cumin
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Fresh cilantro for garnish

Instructions

  • Heat butter in a large pan over medium heat.
  • Add chopped onion and sauté until golden brown.
  • Stir in minced garlic and grated ginger; cook for 1 minute.
  • Add diced chicken and cook until browned on all sides.
  • Pour in canned tomatoes, garam masala, and cumin; stir well.
  • Simmer for 15 minutes, allowing flavors to meld.
  • Stir in heavy cream and season with salt and pepper.
  • Cook for an additional 5 minutes until heated through.
  • Garnish with fresh cilantro before serving.
  • Serve hot with rice or naan.

Nutrition

Calories: 350kcal | Carbohydrates: 10g | Protein: 25g | Fat: 20g | Fiber: 1g