Description
A classic Indian dish featuring tender chicken in a rich, creamy tomato sauce.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1.5 lbs boneless, skinless chicken thighs, cut into 1-inch pieces
- 1 cup plain yogurt
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice
- 1 tablespoon grated fresh ginger
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon garam masala
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 0.5 teaspoon turmeric
- 0.5 teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional)
- Salt to taste
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 1 large onion, finely chopped
- 1 (28 ounce) can crushed tomatoes
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 teaspoon sugar
- Fresh cilantro, chopped, for garnish
Instructions
- In a bowl, combine yogurt, lemon juice, ginger, garlic, garam masala, cumin, paprika, turmeric, cayenne pepper, and salt. Add chicken pieces and toss to coat. Marinate for at least 30 minutes, or preferably 2-4 hours in the refrigerator.
- Melt butter in a large skillet or Dutch oven over medium heat. Add onion and cook until softened, about 5-7 minutes.
- Add the marinated chicken and cook until browned on all sides, about 5-7 minutes.
- Stir in crushed tomatoes, sugar, and salt to taste. Bring to a simmer, then reduce heat and cook for 15-20 minutes, or until the sauce has thickened and the chicken is cooked through.
- Stir in the heavy cream and cook for another 2-3 minutes until heated through. Do not boil.
- Garnish with fresh cilantro before serving.
Notes
- Serve with basmati rice or naan bread.
- For a spicier dish, add more cayenne pepper.
- Prep Time: 20 min
- Cook Time: 35 min
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Indian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 550
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 35g
- Saturated Fat: 20g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 1g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 35g
- Cholesterol: 150mg
Keywords: butter chicken, chicken curry, Indian food, creamy chicken, tomato sauce, easy chicken recipe