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Butter Chicken

Butter Chicken

Butter Chicken, also known as Chicken Butter Masala, is one of the most loved Indian curries worldwide. 

With its rich, creamy tomato-based gravy and tender, spiced chicken, this dish is a favorite for a reason! 

The best part? You don’t need a restaurant to enjoy it—this easy homemade version gives you the same bold flavors in under an hour. 

Serve it with naan, roti, or rice for a delicious meal that’s sure to impress!

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Prep Time 15 mins
Cook Time 30 mins
Rest Time 30 mins
Total Time 1 hr 15 mins
Cooking Method:
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Difficulty: Intermediate
Servings: 4
Calories: 350
Best Season: Suitable throughout the year
Dietary: non vegetarian
Ingredients
    To marinate chicken
  • 200 g boneless chicken
  • 1 ginger (pound)
  • 2 tsp hung curd
  • 1/2 lemon (juice)
  • 1 tsp kashmiri chili powder
  • 1/2 tsp garam masala
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 1 tbsp oil
  • 1 tsp garlic (finely chopped)
    • To make masala paste
  • 1 tbsp butter
  • 1 tbsp oil
  • 2 onion (chopped)
  • 1 ginger (pound)
  • 3 tomato (chopped)
  • 3 kashmiri chili powder
  • 1 tsp salt
  • 1 tsp cumin powder
  • 1/2 tsp coriander powder
  • 1 tsp garam masala
  • 2 tbsp water
  • 10 cashew nuts
  • 2 cup water
  • 1 tsp garlic (finely chopped)
    • To make butter chicken
  • 2 tbsp butter
  • 1 tsp kashmiri chili powder
  • 1 cup water (as per your need)
  • 1/4 cup fresh cream
  • 1 tsp kasuri methi (as per your need)
  • 1 handfull of coriander leaves (as per your need)
Instructions
    Prep Work
  1. 1
    Marinate the chickenMarinated chicken in a bowl with spices and curd

    Mix chicken, ginger garlic, hung curd, lemon juice, chili powder, garam masala, and salt. Let it marinate for 30 minutes.

  2. 2
    Chop ingredientsChop onions and tomatoes. Pound ginger and garlic.
    3. Method
  3. 3
    Cook the chickenchicken pieces frying in a pan until golden brown

    Heat oil in a pan and fry marinated chicken until fully cooked. Set aside.

  4. 4
    Saute onions & ginger garlicHeat oil and butter in a pan. Saute onions until soft, then add ginger garlic and mix well.
  5. 5
    Cook tomatoes & spicesSpices and tomatoes sizzling in a panAdd chopped tomatoes, red chilies, salt, cumin, coriander, and garam masala. Cook until tomatoes are mushy.
  6. 6
    Blend the masalaAdd cashews and cook for 5 minutes. Let it cool, then grind into a smooth paste with water.
  7. 7
    Prepare the gravyRich, red butter-infused gravy cookingIn the same pan, heat butter and chili powder on low flame. Add the blended puree and some water.
  8. 8
    Simmer the butter chickenAdd cooked chicken, fresh cream, and let it simmer for 10 minutes covered.
  9. 9
    Finish & serveFinal butter chicken garnished with coriander and creamStir in kasuri methi and coriander leaves. Serve hot with naan, roti, or rice.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 4

Amount Per Serving
Calories 350kcal
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 22g34%
Saturated Fat 10g50%
Cholesterol 85mg29%
Sodium 500mg21%
Potassium 650mg19%
Total Carbohydrate 12g4%
Dietary Fiber 2g8%
Sugars 6g
Protein 28g57%
Vitamin A 900 IU
Vitamin C 25 mg
Calcium 80 mg
Iron 2.5 mg

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

Keywords: Butter Chicken, Chicken Butter Masala, gravy

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Hema Subramanian
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A passionate home chef, food enthusiast, and the creative force behind Home Cooking Show!

Most days, you’ll find me in the kitchen, experimenting with new flavors, recreating traditional favorites, and sharing my love for cooking with the world. From comforting home-cooked meals to festive delicacies, I believe food brings people together and creates cherished memories.