A rich and creamy butter chicken recipe with tender, spiced chicken simmered in a luscious tomato-based sauce. Served best with soft, fluffy naan!
- Prep Time: 30 mins
- Cook Time: 25 mins
- Total Time: 55 mins
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Indian
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cubed
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1/2 cup plain yogurt
- 1 tbsp garam masala
- 1 tsp turmeric
- 1 tsp paprika
- 1 can (14 oz) crushed tomatoes
- 2 tbsp butter
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 inch ginger, grated
- 1 tbsp honey
- Salt to taste
- Fresh cilantro, for garnish
- Naan bread (store-bought or homemade)
Instructions
- Marinate the chicken – In a bowl, mix yogurt, garam masala, turmeric, and paprika. Add chicken and let marinate for at least 30 minutes.
- Cook the chicken – Heat butter in a pan, add chicken, and cook until golden brown. Remove and set aside.
- Make the sauce – In the same pan, add garlic and ginger. Sauté for a minute, then add crushed tomatoes, honey, and salt. Simmer for 10 minutes.
- Add cream – Stir in heavy cream and let cook for another 5 minutes until smooth.
- Combine – Return the chicken to the sauce and let simmer for 5 more minutes.
- Serve hot with naan and garnish with fresh cilantro.
Notes
- For an extra smoky flavor, add 1/2 tsp smoked paprika.
- Leftovers taste even better the next day!
- Serve with basmati rice for a full meal.
Find it online: https://tastyera.com/indian-butter-chicken-with-naan/