Name: Easy Butter Chicken Recipe by Tasty
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 25 min
Total time: 50 min
Yield: 4 servings
Cuisine: Fusion
Ingredients: 2 lb boneless, skinless chicken breast, cubed; salt, to taste; pepper, to taste; 2 teaspoons chili powder, divided; ½ teaspoon turmeric; 6 tablespoons unsalted butter, divided; 1 ½ cups diced yellow onion; 3 teaspoons garam masala; 1 teaspoon ground cumin; 1 teaspoon cayenne pepper; 1 tablespoon grated ginger; 3 cloves garlic, minced; 1 3-inch cinnamon stick; 14 oz tomato sauce; 1 cup water; 1 cup heavy cream; cooked rice, for serving; chopped fresh cilantro, for garnish

Easy Butter Chicken Recipe by Tasty

This simplified version of the Indian classic combines chicken, tomato sauce, and a slew of aromatic spices all in one pot to make a flavorful dinner that’s just as good as the version you’ll get at restaurants — only way easier to make. Serve it over rice with a bit of cilantro to balance the heat and dinner is done.

50 min total 10 min prep 25 min cook 4 servings 747 cal

Instructions

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1 In a large bowl, season the chicken with salt, pepper, 1 teaspoon of chili powder, and the turmeric. Let sit for 15 minutes to marinate.
2 Melt 2 tablespoons of butter in a large pot over medium heat. Brown the chicken, then remove from the pot.
3 Melt another 2 tablespoons of butter in the pot, then add the onion, garam masala, remaining teaspoon of chili powder, the cumin, ginger, garlic, cayenne, cinnamon, salt, and pepper. Cook until fragrant.
4 Add the tomato sauce and bring to a simmer.
5 Add the water and cream and return to a simmer.
6 Return the chicken to the pot, cover, and simmer for 10-15 minutes.
7 Stir in the remaining 2 tablespoons of butter and season with more salt and pepper to taste.
8 Serve the chicken over rice and garnish with cilantro.
9 Enjoy!