Indian-Inspired Butter Chicken Recipe

[lilbobby]

Namaste, food enthusiasts! Indulge in the rich and aromatic flavors of India with this Indian-Inspired Butter Chicken. This fusion dish features tender chicken pieces simmered in a creamy tomato sauce infused with a blend of traditional Indian spices and finished with a touch of butter for richness. Serve this flavorful butter chicken over steamed basmati rice, garnished with fresh cilantro and accompanied by warm naan bread for an unforgettable dining experience. Let's dive in and elevate your dinner table with this delicious fusion creation!

Ingredients:

• 1.5 pounds boneless, skinless chicken thighs, cut into bite-sized pieces
• 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
• 1 onion, finely chopped
• 3 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 tablespoon grated ginger
• 1 teaspoon ground turmeric
• 1 teaspoon ground cumin
• 1 teaspoon ground coriander
• 1 teaspoon paprika
• 1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper (adjust to taste)
• 1 can (14 ounces) crushed tomatoes
• 1/2 cup heavy cream
• 2 tablespoons butter
• 1 tablespoon garam masala
• Salt and pepper, to taste
• Fresh cilantro, for garnish
• Cooked basmati rice, for serving
• Warm naan bread, for serving

Instructions:

1. Heat vegetable oil in a large skillet or Dutch oven over medium heat. Add finely chopped onion and cook until softened and translucent, about 5 minutes.
2. Add minced garlic and grated ginger to the skillet, and cook for another 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
3. Stir in ground turmeric, ground cumin, ground coriander, paprika, and cayenne pepper. Cook the spices for 1 minute to toast them and release their flavors.
4. Add the bite-sized chicken pieces to the skillet, and season with salt and pepper. Cook until the chicken is lightly browned on all sides, about 5-7 minutes.
5. Pour in the crushed tomatoes and stir to combine, scraping up any browned bits from the bottom of the skillet.
6. Reduce the heat to low, cover, and let the chicken simmer in the tomato sauce for 15-20 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through and tender.
7. Stir in the heavy cream, butter, and garam masala. Simmer for an additional 5 minutes to allow the flavors to meld together and the sauce to thicken slightly.
8. Taste and adjust seasoning with salt and pepper, if needed.
9. Remove the skillet from heat and garnish the Indian-Inspired Butter Chicken with fresh cilantro leaves.
10. Serve hot over cooked basmati rice, with warm naan bread on the side.
11. Enjoy the creamy and aromatic flavors of this Indian-Inspired Butter Chicken, a delicious fusion of spices and richness that will transport you to the bustling streets of Delhi with every bite!

With its tender chicken, creamy tomato sauce, and fragrant spices, this dish is sure to be a hit at your dinner table. Whether you serve it for a special occasion or as a comforting meal on a cozy evening, this fusion creation is guaranteed to impress your family and friends. मज़े करो! (Enjoy your meal!)

 

[potatohead101]

Namaste, food enthusiasts! Indulge in the rich and aromatic flavors of India with this Indian-Inspired Butter Chicken. This fusion dish features tender chicken pieces simmered in a creamy tomato sauce infused with a blend of traditional Indian spices and finished with a touch of butter for richness. Serve this flavorful butter chicken over steamed basmati rice, garnished with fresh cilantro and accompanied by warm naan bread for an unforgettable dining experience. Let's dive in and elevate your dinner table with this delicious fusion creation!
View attachment 2947
Ingredients:

• 1.5 pounds boneless, skinless chicken thighs, cut into bite-sized pieces
• 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
• 1 onion, finely chopped
• 3 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 tablespoon grated ginger
• 1 teaspoon ground turmeric
• 1 teaspoon ground cumin
• 1 teaspoon ground coriander
• 1 teaspoon paprika
• 1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper (adjust to taste)
• 1 can (14 ounces) crushed tomatoes
• 1/2 cup heavy cream
• 2 tablespoons butter
• 1 tablespoon garam masala
• Salt and pepper, to taste
• Fresh cilantro, for garnish
• Cooked basmati rice, for serving
• Warm naan bread, for serving

Instructions:

1. Heat vegetable oil in a large skillet or Dutch oven over medium heat. Add finely chopped onion and cook until softened and translucent, about 5 minutes.
2. Add minced garlic and grated ginger to the skillet, and cook for another 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
3. Stir in ground turmeric, ground cumin, ground coriander, paprika, and cayenne pepper. Cook the spices for 1 minute to toast them and release their flavors.
4. Add the bite-sized chicken pieces to the skillet, and season with salt and pepper. Cook until the chicken is lightly browned on all sides, about 5-7 minutes.
5. Pour in the crushed tomatoes and stir to combine, scraping up any browned bits from the bottom of the skillet.
6. Reduce the heat to low, cover, and let the chicken simmer in the tomato sauce for 15-20 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through and tender.
7. Stir in the heavy cream, butter, and garam masala. Simmer for an additional 5 minutes to allow the flavors to meld together and the sauce to thicken slightly.
8. Taste and adjust seasoning with salt and pepper, if needed.
9. Remove the skillet from heat and garnish the Indian-Inspired Butter Chicken with fresh cilantro leaves.
10. Serve hot over cooked basmati rice, with warm naan bread on the side.
11. Enjoy the creamy and aromatic flavors of this Indian-Inspired Butter Chicken, a delicious fusion of spices and richness that will transport you to the bustling streets of Delhi with every bite!

With its tender chicken, creamy tomato sauce, and fragrant spices, this dish is sure to be a hit at your dinner table. Whether you serve it for a special occasion or as a comforting meal on a cozy evening, this fusion creation is guaranteed to impress your family and friends. मज़े करो! (Enjoy your meal!)

Had this butter chicken last weekend and it was a blast... brought back memories of my trip to India.

 

[bhella]

Had this butter chicken last weekend and it was a blast... brought back memories of my trip to India.

Thanks for sharing! Though, I think I'll marinate the chicken overnight to really let those flavors soak in.

 

[laplus]

This dish for Indian-Inspired Butter Chicken is a delicious combination of hearty spices and rich tastes! With succulent chicken dipped in a smooth tomato sauce, each mouthful transports you to Delhi's cuisine. I'm eager to give it a try and take my taste senses to India!

 

[Xeth_]

Indian-Inspired Butter Chicken? A taste of heaven in every bite! Can't wait to savor this creamy and flavorful dish!

 

[Stark]

Namaste, food enthusiasts! Indulge in the rich and aromatic flavors of India with this Indian-Inspired Butter Chicken. This fusion dish features tender chicken pieces simmered in a creamy tomato sauce infused with a blend of traditional Indian spices and finished with a touch of butter for richness. Serve this flavorful butter chicken over steamed basmati rice, garnished with fresh cilantro and accompanied by warm naan bread for an unforgettable dining experience. Let's dive in and elevate your dinner table with this delicious fusion creation!
View attachment 2947
Ingredients:

• 1.5 pounds boneless, skinless chicken thighs, cut into bite-sized pieces
• 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
• 1 onion, finely chopped
• 3 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 tablespoon grated ginger
• 1 teaspoon ground turmeric
• 1 teaspoon ground cumin
• 1 teaspoon ground coriander
• 1 teaspoon paprika
• 1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper (adjust to taste)
• 1 can (14 ounces) crushed tomatoes
• 1/2 cup heavy cream
• 2 tablespoons butter
• 1 tablespoon garam masala
• Salt and pepper, to taste
• Fresh cilantro, for garnish
• Cooked basmati rice, for serving
• Warm naan bread, for serving

Instructions:

1. Heat vegetable oil in a large skillet or Dutch oven over medium heat. Add finely chopped onion and cook until softened and translucent, about 5 minutes.
2. Add minced garlic and grated ginger to the skillet, and cook for another 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
3. Stir in ground turmeric, ground cumin, ground coriander, paprika, and cayenne pepper. Cook the spices for 1 minute to toast them and release their flavors.
4. Add the bite-sized chicken pieces to the skillet, and season with salt and pepper. Cook until the chicken is lightly browned on all sides, about 5-7 minutes.
5. Pour in the crushed tomatoes and stir to combine, scraping up any browned bits from the bottom of the skillet.
6. Reduce the heat to low, cover, and let the chicken simmer in the tomato sauce for 15-20 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through and tender.
7. Stir in the heavy cream, butter, and garam masala. Simmer for an additional 5 minutes to allow the flavors to meld together and the sauce to thicken slightly.
8. Taste and adjust seasoning with salt and pepper, if needed.
9. Remove the skillet from heat and garnish the Indian-Inspired Butter Chicken with fresh cilantro leaves.
10. Serve hot over cooked basmati rice, with warm naan bread on the side.
11. Enjoy the creamy and aromatic flavors of this Indian-Inspired Butter Chicken, a delicious fusion of spices and richness that will transport you to the bustling streets of Delhi with every bite!

With its tender chicken, creamy tomato sauce, and fragrant spices, this dish is sure to be a hit at your dinner table. Whether you serve it for a special occasion or as a comforting meal on a cozy evening, this fusion creation is guaranteed to impress your family and friends. मज़े करो! (Enjoy your meal!)

I've been craving some good Indian food lately, and this butter chicken recipe sounds perfect! I can already imagine the rich, creamy sauce coating tender pieces of chicken. Can't wait to give this a try at home! Thanks for sharing!