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Indian Butter Chicken with Creamy Tomato Sauce and Spices

Indian Butter Chicken features tender chicken in a creamy tomato sauce, seasoned with spices, ready in 50 minutes for a flavorful dinner.

This Indian Butter Chicken recipe combines tender chicken with a rich, creamy tomato sauce. The blend of spices enhances the dish's aromatic flavor profile.

Why This Recipe Works

Flavorful Spice Mix: The combination of garam masala, cumin, and cayenne pepper gives depth and warmth to the sauce.
Creamy Texture: Heavy cream added at the end creates a rich, velvety sauce that clings to the chicken.
Quick Cooking Method: Using cubed chicken breast ensures a faster cooking time while still retaining moisture.

Chef's Pro Tip: For a deeper flavor, marinate the chicken in yogurt and spices for at least 30 minutes before cooking.

Pinar - MsPinaQ

2026-09-04

Recipe by MsPinaQ

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Prep Time

20 min

Cook Time

30 min

Total Time

50 min

Servings

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Directions

1
Melt butter in a large skillet over medium heat, then add minced garlic and ginger, cooking until fragrant.
2
Add cubed chicken to the skillet and season with garam masala, cumin, salt, black pepper, and cayenne pepper.
3
Cook chicken until browned on all sides, about 8-10 minutes, stirring occasionally.
4
Stir in the tomato puree and simmer for about 10 minutes to develop the flavors.
5
Reduce heat and add heavy cream, stirring until fully combined and heated through.
6
Serve hot, garnished with chopped cilantro, alongside naan or rice.