Description
Creamy, flavorful butter chicken paired with warm garlic naan, all made in just 20 minutes. This Indian-inspired comfort food is rich, satisfying, and surprisingly easy to pull together any night of the week.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 ½ pounds boneless chicken thighs, cut into bite-sized pieces
- ½ cup plain yogurt
- 4 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 tablespoon fresh ginger, grated
- 1 cup tomato puree
- ½ cup heavy cream
- 3 tablespoons butter
- 2 teaspoons garam masala
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1 teaspoon ground coriander
- ½ teaspoon turmeric
- 1 teaspoon chili powder
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon sugar
- Fresh cilantro, chopped (for garnish)
- 1 cup basmati rice, cooked
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon active dry yeast
- ¾ cup warm water
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- ½ teaspoon salt (for naan)
Instructions
- Preheat Your Equipment: Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat and warm a nonstick pan or griddle for the naan.
- Combine Ingredients: In a bowl, mix chicken with yogurt, half the garlic, ginger, and a pinch of salt. Stir well to coat.
- Prepare Your Cooking Vessel: Melt 2 tablespoons of butter in the skillet. Add marinated chicken and cook for 5–6 minutes until browned.
- Assemble the Dish: Add tomato puree, remaining garlic, and all the spices. Stir and cook for 2 minutes, then pour in cream and sugar.
- Cook to Perfection: Reduce heat to medium and simmer for 8 minutes until sauce thickens and chicken is cooked through.
- Finishing Touches: Stir in the final tablespoon of butter and sprinkle with chopped cilantro.
- Serve and Enjoy: Plate with basmati rice and warm garlic naan on the side.
Notes
- Let the naan dough rest for at least 30 minutes for fluffier bread.
- Use coconut cream and yogurt for a dairy-free option.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container and reheat with a splash of cream or water.
- Use full-fat dairy for the creamiest texture.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate
- Calories: 620
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 820mg
- Fat: 34g
- Saturated Fat: 16g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 48g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 36g
- Cholesterol: 130mg
Keywords: butter chicken, quick Indian recipe, garlic naan, 20-minute dinner, creamy chicken curry