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Quick & Easy Homemade Butter Chicken

Quick & Easy Homemade Butter Chicken Recipe
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If you’re craving a comforting dish that’s both easy to make and packed with flavor, this Quick & Easy Homemade Butter Chicken Recipe is for you! This delightful meal features tender chicken pieces enveloped in a rich, creamy sauce that’s perfect for mopping up with warm naan or fluffy rice. Not only is it family-friendly and customizable to suit your taste preferences, but it can also be prepared in just about 45 minutes—making it an ideal choice for busy weeknights or cozy gatherings. Once you try this recipe, it’s sure to become a staple in your home cooking repertoire!

Ingredients

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  • 1 ½ pounds skinless boneless chicken thighs
  • 3 tablespoons vegetable oil
  • 6 garlic cloves (minced)
  • 1 medium onion (diced)
  • 1 can (15 ounces) tomato sauce
  • 2 cups heavy cream
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon sweet paprika
  • ½ teaspoon curry powder
  • 1 teaspoon sugar
  • ½ teaspoon black pepper
  • ½ teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional)
  • 1 teaspoon garam masala
  • ½ teaspoon curry powder
  • Naan bread for serving
  • Steamed rice for serving

Instructions

  1. Marinate the chicken with salt, garlic powder, paprika, curry powder, and Greek yogurt. Let it sit while you prepare the other ingredients.
  2. In a large skillet over medium heat, heat vegetable oil and 2 tablespoons of butter. Sauté minced garlic and diced onion until translucent.
  3. Add marinated chicken to the skillet and cook until browned. Stir in tomato sauce, sugar, salt, black pepper, cream, cayenne pepper (if using), garam masala, and additional curry powder.
  4. Simmer gently for about 15-20 minutes until the sauce thickens.
  5. Stir in remaining butter before serving hot over steamed rice or with naan.

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