Best 4 Homemade Butter Chicken Recipe By Tasty Recipes

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Butter chicken is a rich and flavorful Indian dish that is sure to please any palate. This popular dish is made with tender chicken that is cooked in a creamy tomato-based sauce. The sauce is typically made with a variety of spices, including cumin, coriander, and turmeric. Butter chicken is often served with rice or naan bread, and it can also be used as a filling for samosas or other Indian pastries. This article provides a step-by-step guide for making homemade butter chicken, using the renowned recipe from Tasty.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

EASY BUTTER CHICKEN RECIPE BY TASTY



Easy Butter Chicken Recipe by Tasty image

This simplified version of the Indian classic combines chicken, tomato sauce, and a slew of aromatic spices all in one pot to make a flavorful dinner that's just as good as the version you'll get at restaurants - only way easier to make. Serve it over rice with a bit of cilantro to balance the heat and dinner is done.

Provided by Tasty

Categories     Dinner

Time 50m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 18

2 lb boneless, skinless chicken breast, cubed
salt, to taste
pepper, to taste
2 teaspoons chili powder, divided
½ teaspoon turmeric
6 tablespoons butter, divided
1 ½ cups yellow onion, diced
3 teaspoons garam masala
1 teaspoon cumin
1 teaspoon cayenne pepper
1 tablespoon ginger, grated
3 cloves garlic, minced
1 cinnamon, 3 inch (8 cm) stick
14 oz tomato sauce
1 cup water
1 cup heavy cream
rice, for serving
fresh cilantro, chopped for garnish

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, season the chicken breast with salt, pepper, 1 teaspoon of chili powder, and the teaspoon of turmeric. Let sit for 15 minutes to marinate.
  • Melt 2 tablespoons of butter in a large pot over medium heat. Brown the chicken, then remove from the pot.
  • Melt another 2 tablespoons of butter in the pot, then add the onion, garam masala, remaining teaspoon of chili powder, the cumin, ginger, garlic, cayenne, cinnamon, salt and pepper. Cook until fragrant.
  • Add the tomato sauce and bring to a simmer.
  • Add the water and cream and return to a simmer.
  • Return the chicken to the pot, cover, and simmer for another 10-15 minutes.
  • Stir in the last 2 tablespoons of butter and season with more salt and pepper to taste.
  • Serve the chicken over rice and garnish with cilantro.
  • Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 799 calories, Carbohydrate 15 grams, Fat 52 grams, Fiber 3 grams, Protein 74 grams, Sugar 8 grams

HOMEMADE BUTTER CHICKEN RECIPE BY TASTY



Homemade Butter Chicken Recipe by Tasty image

Here's what you need: boneless, skinless chicken breast, plain yogurt, ginger garlic paste, chili powder, garam masala, salt, turmeric, cumin, butter, onion, tomato puree, ginger garlic paste, cardamom pods, ground cloves, chili powder, coriander, garam masala, turmeric, cream, naan bread, cooked rice, Chopped fresh parsley

Provided by Evelyn Liu

Categories     Dinner

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 22

1 ⅓ lb boneless, skinless chicken breast
½ cup plain yogurt
2 tablespoons ginger garlic paste
2 tablespoons chili powder
1 tablespoon garam masala
1 tablespoon salt
1 tablespoon turmeric
1 tablespoon cumin
¼ cup butter
1 onion, finely chopped
1 tablespoon tomato puree
2 tablespoons ginger garlic paste
6 cardamom pods
¼ teaspoon ground cloves
2 tablespoons chili powder
1 tablespoon coriander
1 tablespoon garam masala
1 tablespoon turmeric
1 ¼ cups cream
naan bread, for serving
cooked rice, for serving
Chopped fresh parsley, for serving

Steps:

  • On a cutting board, slice the chicken into bite size pieces.
  • Combine the chicken with the yogurt, ginger garlic paste, chili powder, garam masala, salt, turmeric, and cumin and mix to coat well.
  • Cover with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 1 hour.
  • Preheat the oven 430˚F (220˚C).
  • Thread the marinated chicken pieces onto bamboo skewers, then place them over a baking tray lined with parchment paper, making sure there is space underneath the chicken to help distribute the heat more evenly.
  • Bake for about 15 minutes, until slightly dark brown on the edges.
  • Melt the butter in a large pot over medium heat, then sauté the onions and tomato purée, until tender but not browned.
  • Add the garlic ginger paste, cardamom pods, cloves, chili powder, coriander, garam masala, and turmeric and fry for about 30 seconds to release their aromatics and flavor, stirring constantly.
  • Pour in the cream and mix well with the onion and spices.
  • When the cream mixture is bubbling, add in the chicken and cook for another 2-3 minutes.
  • Serve with naan bread and rice and garnish with parsley.
  • Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 660 calories, Carbohydrate 24 grams, Fat 49 grams, Fiber 6 grams, Protein 42 grams, Sugar 7 grams

EASY INDIAN BUTTER CHICKEN



Easy Indian Butter Chicken image

This is a recipe I have perfected over the years and passed onto many others. The sauce is perfect when creamy and not too thick or too thin. The level of salt and spices can be suited to your taste. Garam and tandoori masala can be found in the ethnic aisle of your grocery store.

Provided by mn

Categories     World Cuisine Recipes     Asian     Indian

Time 1h

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 cup butter, divided
1 onion, minced
1 tablespoon minced garlic
1 (15 ounce) can tomato sauce
3 cups heavy cream
2 teaspoons salt
1 teaspoon cayenne pepper
1 teaspoon garam masala
1 ½ pounds skinless, boneless chicken breast, cut into bite-sized chunks
2 tablespoons vegetable oil
2 tablespoons tandoori masala

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C).
  • Melt a few tablespoons of butter in a skillet over medium heat. Stir in onion and garlic, and cook slowly until the onion caramelizes to a dark brown, about 15 minutes.
  • Meanwhile melt the remaining butter in a saucepan over medium-high heat along with the tomato sauce, heavy cream, salt, cayenne pepper, and garam masala. Bring to a simmer, then reduce heat to medium-low; cover, and simmer for 30 minutes, stirring occasionally. Then stir in caramelized onions.
  • While the sauce is simmering, toss cubed chicken breast with vegetable oil until coated, then season with tandoori masala and spread out onto a baking sheet.
  • Bake chicken in preheated oven until no longer pink in the center, about 12 minutes. Once done, add the chicken to the sauce and simmer for 5 minutes before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 879.9 calories, Carbohydrate 12.8 g, Cholesterol 302.9 mg, Fat 82.3 g, Fiber 2.6 g, Protein 26.4 g, SaturatedFat 48.4 g, Sodium 1461 mg, Sugar 4.6 g

BUTTER ROAST CHICKEN



Butter Roast Chicken image

When I was newly married, I was very interested in cooking, so I started to collect recipes. My new sister-in-law's mother sent me her family's favorite chicken recipe, and I knew it was destined to be a favorite in our household. The delicate flavor of lemon makes this dish great. -Elisabeth Garrison, Elmer, New Jersey

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 1h45m

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 broiler/fryer chicken (2-1/2 to 3 pounds), cut up
1/2 cup butter, cubed
1/3 cup lemon juice
1 tablespoon paprika
2 teaspoons salt
1 teaspoon pepper
1 teaspoon brown sugar
1/2 teaspoon dried rosemary, crushed
1/8 teaspoon ground nutmeg
1/8 teaspoon cayenne pepper

Steps:

  • Place chicken in an ungreased 13-in. x 9-in. baking dish. Combine the remaining ingredients in a small saucepan; bring to a boil. Remove from the heat and pour over chicken. , Bake, uncovered, at 325° for 1-1/2 hours or until juices run clear, basting occasionally.

Nutrition Facts :

Tips:

  • Use boneless, skinless chicken breasts or thighs: This will make it easier to cook the chicken evenly and prevent it from drying out.
  • Marinate the chicken in yogurt, ginger, garlic, and spices: This will help to flavor and tenderize the chicken.
  • Cook the chicken over medium heat: This will help to prevent the chicken from burning.
  • Stir the chicken frequently: This will help to ensure that the chicken cooks evenly.
  • Add the tomato sauce, cream, and butter: This will create a rich and flavorful sauce.
  • Simmer the chicken in the sauce for 15-20 minutes: This will help to develop the flavors of the sauce and make the chicken more tender.
  • Serve the butter chicken with rice, naan, or roti: These are all traditional Indian breads that pair well with butter chicken.

Conclusion:

Butter chicken is a delicious and easy-to-make Indian dish that is perfect for a weeknight meal. With its rich and flavorful sauce, tender chicken, and simple ingredients, butter chicken is sure to be a hit with your family and friends. So next time you're looking for a new recipe to try, give butter chicken a try – you won't be disappointed!

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