Name: Delicious Makhani (Butter Chicken)
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 20 min
Total time: 30 min
Cuisine: indian
Ingredients: 1 lb boneless chicken (thighs or breasts), cut into bite-sized pieces; 2 tbsp butter (or ghee); 1 small onion, finely chopped; 3 cloves garlic, minced; 1 tsp ginger, minced; 1 tsp garam masala; 1 tsp ground cumin; 1 tsp ground coriander; ½ tsp paprika; ½ tsp chili powder (optional); ½ tsp salt (adjust to taste); 1 cup tomato sauce (or canned crushed tomatoes); ½ cup heavy cream (or coconut milk for dairy-free); 1 tsp sugar (optional); Fresh cilantro (optional); Cooked rice or naan for serving

Delicious Makhani (Butter Chicken)

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A creamy, flavorful classic with tender chicken simmered in a rich tomato sauce. This quick version of butter chicken delivers all the delicious flavors in just a few simple steps—perfect for a cozy weeknight dinner! #ButterChicken #IndianCuisine #ComfortFood #Makhani #ChickenRecipe #CozyDinner #WeeknightMeals

Author: Sarah
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 20 minutes
Total Time: 30 minutes
Yield: 4 servings 1x
Category: dinner
Method: Sautéing
Cuisine: indian

Ingredients

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1 lb boneless chicken (thighs or breasts), cut into bite-sized pieces
2 tbsp butter (or ghee)
1 small onion, finely chopped
3 cloves garlic, minced
1 tsp ginger, minced
1 tsp garam masala
1 tsp ground cumin
1 tsp ground coriander
½ tsp paprika
½ tsp chili powder (optional)
½ tsp salt (adjust to taste)
1 cup tomato sauce (or canned crushed tomatoes)
½ cup heavy cream (or coconut milk for dairy-free)
1 tsp sugar (optional)
Fresh cilantro (optional)
Cooked rice or naan for serving

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Instructions

Cook the Chicken:
In a pan, melt 1 tbsp butter over medium heat. Cook the chicken until lightly browned, then set aside.
Sauté Aromatics:
In the same pan, add the remaining butter. Sauté onions until soft, then add garlic and ginger, cooking until fragrant.
Add Spices & Tomato Sauce:
Stir in garam masala, cumin, coriander, paprika, chili powder, and salt. Cook for 30 seconds, then add the tomato sauce. Let it simmer for 5 minutes.
Blend (Optional):
For a smoother sauce, blend the tomato mixture before continuing.
Simmer with Chicken & Cream:
Add the chicken back into the pan, pour in the cream, and add sugar if needed. Simmer for 5 more minutes until the chicken is fully cooked

Notes

For a dairy-free version, substitute the cream with coconut milk.
Adjust the heat level by adding more or less chili powder depending on your preference.
Serve with basmati rice or warm naan bread for an authentic experience.

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 serving
Calories: 400kcal
Sugar: 5g
Sodium: 750mg
Fat: 24g
Saturated Fat: 12g
Unsaturated Fat: 8g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 12g
Fiber: 3g
Protein: 35g
Cholesterol: 95mg

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