This classic Indian Butter Chicken is the ultimate comfort food — rich, creamy, and bursting with warm spices. Tender pieces of chicken are simmered in a velvety tomato-based sauce laced with butter and cream, served alongside fluffy basmati rice and warm, garlicky naan. It’s a restaurant-worthy dish you can make right at home.
Ingredients
1 1/2 lbs boneless, skinless chicken thighs or breasts, cut into chunks
1 cup plain yogurt
1 tablespoon lemon juice
1 tablespoon garam masala
1 teaspoon turmeric
1 teaspoon ground cumin
1 teaspoon paprika
Salt, to taste
For the Sauce:
2 tablespoons butter
1 tablespoon oil
1 large onion, finely chopped
3 cloves garlic, minced
1 tablespoon grated fresh ginger
1 teaspoon ground coriander
1 teaspoon ground cumin
1 teaspoon chili powder
1 (15 oz) can tomato sauce
1 cup heavy cream
1 tablespoon sugar (optional)
Salt, to taste
Fresh cilantro, for garnish
For Serving:
3 cups cooked basmati rice
4 garlic naan, warmed
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