Easiest Butter Chicken Masala

Name: Easiest Butter Chicken Masala
Total time: 1800 s
Yield: 4 servings
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: 2.5 pounds chicken thighs cut in small pieces; 2 tablespoons neutral oil; 2 tablespoons butter; 1 medium onion, chopped; 1 teaspoon red chili powder (optional); 2 teaspoons cumin powder; 2 teaspoons coriander powder; 1 teaspoon turmeric powder; 2 teaspoons minced fresh ginger; 2 teaspoons minced fresh garlic; 3/4 teaspoon garam masala; 4 teaspoons dried fenugreek leaves; 1 teaspoon salt (adjust to taste); 1 teaspoon sugar or sugar substitute; 1 can tomato sauce- not ketchup, aka tomato purée; 1 cup, heavy, whipping cream; 1 small, bunch, cilantro, chopped fine

Mish @eatswithmish

Minnesota

Butter chicken has gained worldwide popularity and is a beloved dish among fans of Indian cuisine. If you've ever felt intimidated by the idea of preparing it at home, I have great news for you! 😊 This quick and easy butter chicken recipe can be whipped up in under 30 minutes. With no need for marinating, it captures the authentic flavors of your favorite Indian restaurant.🎉🥰

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Ingredients

Under 30 minutes

4 servings

2.5 poundschicken thighs cut in small pieces
2 tablespoonsneutral oil
2 tablespoonsbutter
1medium onion, chopped
1 teaspoonred chili powder (optional)
2 teaspoonscumin powder
2 teaspoonscoriander powder
1 teaspoonturmeric powder
2 teaspoonsminced fresh ginger
2 teaspoonsminced fresh garlic
3/4 teaspoongaram masala
4 teaspoonsdried fenugreek leaves
1 teaspoonsalt (adjust to taste)
1 teaspoonsugar or sugar substitute
1 cantomato sauce- not ketchup, aka tomato purée
1cup, heavy, whipping cream
1small, bunch, cilantro, chopped fine

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Steps

Under 30 minutes

1

Gather all your ingredients together for ease of cooking. Heat oil and butter in a large wide pan with a cover. Add the onions and cook for 2-3 minutes on medium heat till the onions cook down and are lightly golden.
2

Next add the ginger and garlic and cook for 30 seconds stirring, so the spices don’t burn. Add the turmeric powder, cumin powder, coriander powder, chili powder if using, and cook for another 30 seconds to one minute on medium to medium low heat. Add a little bit of water so the spices cook well and are not raw.
3

Add the garam masala and salt. And sauté for another 30 seconds. You can reduce the heat to medium low or low if things begin to catch. Also sprinkle a little bit of water, that helps too.
4

Next, add the chicken and stir well to mix all the spices with the chicken. Cook for 2 to 3 minutes stirring occasionally. You will see that the chicken is beginning to turn opaque and some moisture is being released.
5

Next, add the tomato sauce (tomato purée). Stir and cook till the color of the curry darkens and some oil is released.
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Now add the fenugreek leaves, and stir to mix well.
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Next, add the heavy whipping cream, stir well, cover and cook for 2 to 3 minutes on medium low.
8

After the 2 to 3 minutes of simmering the curry, open the cover and add some chopped cilantro.
9

You can also add an additional pat of butter as garnish at this point.
10

Enjoy the butter, chicken masala with rice or flatbread. I prefer it with rice.

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Mish @eatswithmish

on June 11, 2025 17:47

Minnesota

Hi there,👋 I’m Mish, a foodie who's all about approachable Indian food and other fun dishes!Join me in exploring the world of flavorful dishes and savor every bite together!🥰🎉You can also check me out on Instagram @eatswithmish.