Butter chicken is one of the most famous chicken dishes in Indian cuisine. It’s delicious with polao rice, butter naan, basmati rice, etc. Although it is not a healthy recipe, it can be your cheat meal. It might take some time to prepare, but as an occasional dish, it complements a meal perfectly. Let’s try to make this recipe at home.
Yummy. Protein. Indian-cuisine.
- Yield: 6 person
- Prep time: 10 minutes
- Cooking time: 35 minutes
- Difficulty level: Medium
Nutrition: Full Recipe
|
Total Energy
|
Protein
|
Total Fat
|
Saturated Fat
|
Total Carb
|
Fiber
|
Sugar
|
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
|
1552kcal
|
129.7g
|
89.1g
|
42g
|
44.5g
|
9.1g
|
20.83g
|
|
Iron
|
Vit. A
|
Vit. C
|
Calcium
|
Potassium
|
Phosphorus
|
Sodium
|
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
|
8.5mg
|
1200 IU
|
20mg
|
292mg
|
1300mg
|
950mg
|
4650mg
|
Notes:
This nutritional breakdown is based on estimates using average values for the ingredients provided. Actual values may vary depending on specific brands or quantities used.
Ingredients:
- 500 grams of chicken pieces
- 1 chopped onion
- 2 chopped tomatoes
- 1/3 cup chopped garlic cloves
- 4 tsp butter
- 2 tsp salt
- 2 tsp paprika powder
- 1 tsp black pepper powder
- 1 tsp. cumin powder
- 1 tsp. coriander powder
- 2 tsp. mustard oil
- 1/2 tsp sugar
- 1/2 cup milk
Method:
Step 1:
First, put some oil into the pan and wait for it to become hot. Add onions and garlic; sauté for 2-3 minutes. Add tomatoes to the pan along with 1 tsp salt, 1 tsp paprika powder, 1/2 tsp cumin powder, and 1/2 tsp coriander powder. Cook for 5-6 minutes and transfer it into a bowl.
Step 2:
Marinate the chicken pieces with the remaining spices: salt, paprika, cumin, and coriander powder. Add 2 tsp. of butter to the pan. Fry the chicken pieces until they turn brown on each side. Transfer them to a plate.
Step 3:
Meanwhile, the masala I cooked has cooled. Now blend it to make a fine paste. Add 2 tsp. of butter to the pan. Add the paste to the pan and cook on low heat for 4-5 minutes. Add the chicken pieces to the mixture. Add 1/2 cup of milk and cook for 2-3 minutes.
Step 4:
1/2 teaspoon of sugar can be added to enhance the taste, although it’s optional. Cook for 10 more minutes. When the curry becomes thicker, that means it’s ready to serve. Transfer it into a bowl and enjoy it with polao rice, butter naan, or plain jeera rice. Delicious creamy butter chicken is ready!
Nutritionist, MSc
Nutritional Recipe Creator
