Easy 20 Minute Butter Chicken: A Deliciously Simple Weeknight Recipe
Succulent chicken bathed in a creamy tomato sauce, ready in just 20 minutes for a weeknight delight.
- Author: Souzan
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 20 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Indian
- Diet: Gluten-Free
- 1 pound boneless chicken thighs
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup tomato puree
- 1 tablespoon garam masala
- 2 teaspoons garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon ginger, grated
- 1 teaspoon salt
- In a large skillet, melt the butter over medium heat.
- Add the chicken and cook until browned on both sides, about 5-7 minutes.
- Stir in the garlic and ginger, cooking for another minute.
- Add the tomato puree, garam masala, and salt. Cook for another 5 minutes.
- Reduce the heat and stir in the heavy cream. Simmer for an additional 3-5 minutes.
- Serve with rice or naan.
Notes
- For a spicier version, add red chili powder.
- This dish pairs well with basmati rice.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 400
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 18g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 5g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 26g
- Cholesterol: 120mg
Keywords: Easy 20 Minute Butter Chicken, Weeknight Dinner, Quick Recipe