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Creamy Butter Chicken with Garlic Drizzle

Indulgent Creamy Butter Chicken with Garlic Drizzle Bliss

This Easy Creamy Butter Chicken with Garlic Drizzle transforms humble ingredients into a comforting masterpiece that will have your family begging for seconds.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Indian
Calories: 600

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken
  • 1 pound Boneless Chicken Thighs Feel free to use chicken breasts if preferred.
For the Sauce
  • 3 tablespoons Butter Coconut oil can be swapped for a dairy-free version.
  • 1 medium Onion Finely chopped.
  • 4 cloves Garlic Minced.
  • 1 tablespoon Ginger Grated.
  • 1 tablespoon Garam Masala Or substitute with a mix of cumin, coriander, cinnamon, and cloves.
  • 1 teaspoon Turmeric
  • 1 teaspoon Chili Powder Adjust according to spice tolerance.
  • 1 cup Tomato Puree The base for the sauce.
  • 1 cup Heavy Cream Coconut milk offers a great dairy-free alternative.
For the Garnish
  • ¼ cup Fresh Cilantro or Parsley Chopped.

Equipment

  • skillet
  • Measuring Cups
  • Knife
  • Cutting Board

Method
 

Preparation Steps
  1. Start by seasoning boneless chicken thighs with salt, pepper, turmeric, and chili powder. Let marinate for at least 15 minutes.
  2. In a large skillet over medium-high heat, melt 2 tablespoons of butter until sizzling, then add the marinated chicken thighs. Sear for 6-8 minutes until golden brown, then remove and set aside.
  3. In the same skillet, add another tablespoon of butter and lower the heat to medium. Add finely chopped onions and sauté until soft and golden for about 4-5 minutes.
  4. Add grated ginger and minced garlic to the skillet, cooking for an additional 1-2 minutes.
  5. Sprinkle in the garam masala, turmeric, and extra chili powder, toasting the spices for about 1 minute.
  6. Pour in the tomato puree and gently simmer for 5 minutes. Gradually stir in the heavy cream until the sauce is rich and creamy.
  7. Return the seared chicken to the skillet, letting it simmer in the sauce for 5-10 minutes.
  8. In a small separate pan, melt a tablespoon of butter over medium heat. Add minced garlic and sauté until golden brown.
  9. Sprinkle freshly chopped cilantro or parsley over the chicken before serving, along with warm naan or fluffy basmati rice.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 600kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 40gFat: 40gSaturated Fat: 25gPolyunsaturated Fat: 5gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 150mgSodium: 700mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 2gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 1500IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 80mgIron: 3mg

Notes

Marinate chicken well for deep flavors, monitor cooking time to ensure juiciness, and adjust creaminess as needed.

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