Quick & Easy Homemade Butter Chicken Recipe
A quick and easy homemade butter chicken recipe that is rich, creamy, and packed with flavor. Tender marinated chicken cooked in a luscious tomato and cream sauce, finished with a touch of butter for a truly indulgent dish.
- Author: Maya
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 50 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Indian
- Diet: Halal
For the Chicken & Marinade
- 1 ½ pounds skinless boneless chicken thighs, cut into bite-sized chunks
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon sweet paprika
- ½ teaspoon curry powder
- 1 tablespoon Greek yogurt
For the Butter Chicken Sauce
- 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
To Serve
- Marinate the Chicken – In a medium bowl, combine chicken, salt, garlic powder, sweet paprika, curry powder, and Greek yogurt. Mix well and let it marinate for at least 15 minutes.
- Cook the Chicken – Heat oil in a skillet, cook marinated chicken until golden brown. Set aside.
- Prepare the Sauce Base – Sauté garlic, onion, then add tomato sauce and sugar.
- Build the Sauce – Add chicken, heavy cream, and spices. Simmer.
- Season and Simmer – Let the sauce simmer for 10 minutes, adjust seasoning.
- Finish with Butter – Stir in butter for a silky finish. Garnish with parsley.
- Serve and Enjoy – Serve hot with naan bread and steamed rice.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 580
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 920mg
- Fat: 44g
- Saturated Fat: 23g
- Unsaturated Fat: 16g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 225mg
Keywords: butter chicken, Indian food, homemade, creamy, easy recipe