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Quick Butter Chicken

Quick Butter Chicken

Creamy 30-minute butter chicken recipe. Easy weeknight Indian dinner with marinated chicken in spiced tomato cream sauce. No long marination needed.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Marinating Time 15 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 4 people
Calories: 320
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breast cut into cubes
  • 1 cup plain yogurt
  • 2 tbsp lemon juice
  • 1 tsp ground cumin
  • 1 tsp garam masala
  • 1 tsp ground coriander
  • 1 tsp turmeric powder
  • 2 tbsp unsalted butter
  • 1 tbsp vegetable oil
  • 1 medium onion finely chopped
  • 3 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 tbsp fresh ginger grated
  • 1 cup tomato puree
  • 1/2 cup heavy cream
  • q.s. Salt to taste
  • q.s. Fresh cilantro for garnish

Equipment

  • Large mixing bowl
  • Large skillet or frying pan
  • Knife and cutting board
  • Grater for ginger
  • Wooden spoon or spatula

Method
 

  1. Marinate the chicken in a mixture of yogurt, lemon juice, and spices for at least 15 minutes.
  2. In a large skillet, melt butter with vegetable oil over medium heat, then sauté the onion until golden.
  3. Add minced garlic and grated ginger to the skillet and cook until fragrant.
  4. Stir in the marinated chicken and cook for about 5 minutes.
  5. Pour in the tomato puree and bring to a gentle simmer, cooking for about 10 minutes.
  6. Reduce heat and stir in heavy cream; simmer for another 5 minutes.
  7. Season to taste with salt and garnish with fresh cilantro.

Nutrition

Calories: 320kcalCarbohydrates: 10gProtein: 30gFat: 18gSaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 90mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 650mgFiber: 1gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 100mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Full-fat yogurt and cream are recommended for the best taste and texture. Don't rush cooking the onions; they should be golden for sweetness. Feel free to adjust heat levels by adding chili if desired. Leftovers can be stored in the fridge for up to 4 days, and the dish often tastes better the next day!
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