Description
This Quick & Easy Butter Chicken – A Tasty Dinner Win for Busy Nights is a rich, creamy dish that tastes like you’ve been cooking for hours when really, you whipped it up in 30 minutes flat. It’s the ideal dinner for busy weeknights, picky eaters, and anyone craving bold Indian-inspired flavors without all the fuss. Serve it with rice and your favorite veggies for a complete meal!
Ingredients
- 1 lb (500g) boneless chicken breast or thighs, diced
- 2 tbsp butter
- 1/2 onion, finely chopped
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 tbsp fresh ginger, grated
- 1 cup tomato sauce
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
- 1 tsp garam masala
- 1/2 tsp turmeric
- 1/2 tsp chili powder (optional)
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Cooked rice, for serving
- Steamed vegetables (peas, bell peppers, or broccoli), optional
- Fresh cilantro, for garnish
Instructions
- Prep the chicken:
Season diced chicken with salt, pepper, and turmeric. Set aside.
- Prep the chicken:
Sauté aromatics:
In a large skillet over medium heat, melt the butter. Add chopped onion, garlic, and ginger. Sauté for 2–3 minutes until fragrant and soft.Cook the chicken:
Add the chicken to the pan and cook until browned on all sides, about 6–8 minutes.Make the sauce:
Stir in tomato sauce, garam masala, and chili powder. Reduce heat and simmer for 5 minutes to blend flavors.Add the cream:
Pour in the heavy cream, stir well, and let it simmer for another 5 minutes until the sauce thickens and the chicken is fully cooked.
Finish and serve:
Taste and adjust seasoning if needed. Serve over warm rice with steamed vegetables. Garnish with fresh cilantro if desired.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Indian-American