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Quick & Easy Homemade Butter Chicken

Quick & Easy Homemade Butter Chicken Recipe
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If you’re in search of a dish that embodies warmth and comfort, this Quick & Easy Homemade Butter Chicken Recipe is your answer! With a luscious, creamy sauce enveloping tender chicken pieces, it’s a delightful blend of spices that will awaken your taste buds. Perfect for busy weeknights or special family gatherings, this recipe is as simple as it is satisfying. You’ll find yourself gathering friends and family around the table to enjoy this comforting classic, effortlessly made without requiring gourmet skills.

Ingredients

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  • 1 ½ pounds skinless boneless chicken thighs (cut into chunks)
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon sweet paprika
  • ½ teaspoon curry powder
  • 3 tablespoons vegetable oil
  • 3 tablespoons butter (divided)
  • 6 garlic cloves (minced)
  • 1 medium onion (diced)
  • 1 can (15-ounce) tomato sauce
  • 2 cups heavy cream
  • 1 teaspoon sugar
  • ½ teaspoon black pepper
  • ½ teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional for heat)
  • 1 teaspoon garam masala
  • ½ teaspoon curry powder

Instructions

  1. In a bowl, mix chicken with salt, garlic powder, sweet paprika, curry powder, and Greek yogurt. Let it sit while preparing other ingredients.
  2. Heat oil and half the butter in a skillet over medium heat. Add diced onion and cook until translucent; then add minced garlic until fragrant.
  3. Add marinated chicken to the skillet and cook until browned on all sides (about 5–7 minutes).
  4. Stir in tomato sauce, sugar, salt, black pepper, heavy cream, cayenne pepper (if using), garam masala, and curry powder. Simmer for 10–15 minutes.
  5. Stir in remaining butter until melted; taste and adjust seasoning if needed.
  6. Serve hot over rice or with naan.

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