Butter Chicken is a popular Indian dish featuring diced chicken simmered in a creamy, mildly spiced tomato-based sauce. To prepare, cook the chicken, add butter chicken sauce and cream and let simmer until flavors meld. Serve over rice with cilantro garnish.
See How to Make Butter Chicken
Description
Butter Chicken is a popular Indian dish featuring diced chicken simmered in a creamy, mildly spiced tomato-based sauce. To prepare, cook the chicken, add butter chicken sauce and cream and let simmer until flavors meld. Serve over rice with cilantro garnish.
Ingredients
Instructions
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Cook the Chicken
Cook the diced chicken, over medium heat, until browned and cooked, (6–8 minutes).
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Add Sauce and Simmer
Pour in 1/2 cup of butter chicken sauce and 1/4 cup of heavy cream. Stir well to combine and let simmer for 5 minutes.
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Serve and Garnish
Serve the butter chicken over a bed of cooked rice and garnish with chopped cilantro.
Tip: Toasting a pinch of cumin or coriander in the pan before adding the chicken can enhance the flavor.
Nutrition Facts
Servings 2
- Amount Per Serving
- Calories 500kcal
- % Daily Value *
- Total Fat 25g39%
- Total Carbohydrate 20g7%
- Protein 35g70%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
