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A creamy, rich, and quick homemade butter chicken made with tender marinated chicken, aromatic spices, and a velvety tomato-cream sauce. Ready in 30 minutes.

Ingredients

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For Chicken Marinade:

  • 1 lb boneless chicken thighs or breasts, cut into chunks

  • 1/2 cup plain yogurt

  • 1 tbsp lemon juice

  • 1 tbsp garlic paste

  • 1 tbsp ginger paste

  • 1 tsp garam masala

  • 1/2 tsp turmeric

  • 1/2 tsp salt

For Sauce:

  • 2 tbsp butter

  • 1 tbsp garlic paste

  • 1 tbsp ginger paste

  • 1 1/2 cups tomato puree

  • 1 tsp cumin

  • 1 tsp paprika

  • 1/2 tsp cayenne (optional)

  • 1 tsp garam masala

  • 1 tsp sugar

  • Salt to taste

  • 1/2 cup heavy cream

  • 1 tbsp butter (optional)

  • Fresh cilantro and lemon juice for garnish

Instructions

  • Marinate chicken in yogurt, lemon juice, spices, and garlic/ginger for at least 15 minutes.

  • Sear chicken in a skillet until golden and cooked through. Set aside.

  • In the same pan, sauté garlic and ginger in butter. Add tomato puree and spices. Simmer 10 minutes.

  • Stir in cream and butter. Return chicken to sauce. Simmer 5–7 minutes.

  • Garnish with cilantro and lemon juice. Serve hot with rice or naan.

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