easy butter chicken

Easy Butter Chicken Recipe

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If you’re craving rich, creamy, restaurant-style butter chicken at home, this recipe is your shortcut to cozy, flavor-packed comfort food. With tender pieces of chicken simmered in a buttery tomato cream sauce and warm Indian spices, this dish comes together easily and is perfect for weeknights or dinner parties. Serve it over fluffy basmati rice or with warm naan to soak up every drop of sauce – this is the butter chicken recipe your family will ask for on repeat!

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Easy Butter Chicken Recipe
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Easy Butter Chicken Recipe

Recipe by itskristinskitchen
Servings

4

servings
Prep time

15

minutes
Cooking time

25

minutes
Calories

500

kcal

Ingredients

  • FOR THE CHICKEN:

  • 10 boneless, skinless chicken thighs, cut into chunks

  • 1/2 cup Greek yogurt

  • 1 tbsp curry powder

  • 1 tbsp garam masala

  • 1 tsp paprika

  • 1/2 tsp black pepper

  • FOR THE SAUCE:

  • 1 tbsp oil (vegetable or avocado)

  • 1 tbsp garam masala

  • 1 white onion, chopped

  • 1 tbsp curry powder

  • 3 tbsp tomato paste

  • 1/2 cups heavy cream

  • 2 tbsp butter

  • Salt to taste

Directions

  • Marinate the Chicken: In a large bowl, mix Greek yogurt, curry powder, garam masala, paprika, and black pepper. Add chicken and toss to coat. Let marinate at least 30 minutes (or longer if you can).
  • Cook the Chicken: In a large pan over medium heat, add oil and cook marinated chicken until browned and cooked through. Remove and set aside.
  • Make the Sauce: In the same pan, sauté chopped onion until soft and translucent, about 5 minutes. Add tomato paste and cook for 1 minute.
  • Creamy Simmer: Pour in heavy cream and add butter, stirring until smooth. Return chicken to the pan and let simmer 10–15 minutes until thick and rich. Season with salt to taste.
  • Serve: Drizzle with more Greek yogurt, sprinkle cilantro if using, and serve with basmati rice or warm naan.

This bold butter chicken is guaranteed to impress; extra saucy, extra spiced, and totally comforting. If you try it, tag me in your video or photo! For more flavorful, easy recipes, follow me on TikTok and Instagram for the full walkthrough.

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