EASY Butter Chicken

39g protein · 20 min · 407 kcal

This super easy Butter Chicken recipe takes just 20 minutes and one pan. It pairs perfectly with toasty naan or tender basmati rice. Make it mild for the family, or spice it up using the option below.

20 min8 servings407 kcal

Ingredients

  • 4 cups shredded rotisserie chicken
  • 1 onion (diced)
  • 6 garlic cloves (pressed)
  • 1/4 cup butter
  • 56 oz crushed tomatoes ((2 large cans))
  • 1 tbsp garam masala
  • 1 tbsp curry powder
  • 1 tbsp ginger paste (or 1 tsp dried ground ginger)
  • 2 tsp ground cumin
  • 1 tsp salt
  • 1 cup heavy cream (See note)

Instructions

  1. 1

    In a large stock pot, melt butter over medium heat. Once hot, add the chopped onion and garlic and saute until onions start to turn translucent, about 3-5 minutes.

  2. 2

    Add the crushed tomatoes. Then stir in the garam masala, curry powder, cumin and ginger.

  3. 3

    Simmer for 10 minutes. Optional: Once done simmering, use an immersion blender to blend the sauce until smooth.

  4. 4

    Slowly stir in the cream until fully combined, then add the chicken.

  5. 5

    Remove from heat and garnish with cilantro. Serve warm over rice or with naan.

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