Description
Indulge in the rich and flavorful experience of Creamy Butter Chicken with Garlic Drizzle, Fries & Warm Naan. This delightful dish features tender chicken marinated in aromatic spices, simmered to perfection in a creamy tomato sauce, and topped with a luscious garlic drizzle. Ideal for family dinners or special occasions, this recipe promises to impress with its vibrant colors and satisfying flavors. Enjoy it alongside crispy fries or warm naan for a comforting meal that brings everyone together.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1.5 lbs boneless, skinless chicken thighs
- 1 cup plain yogurt
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice
- 1 tablespoon garam masala
- 1 teaspoon turmeric
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1 tablespoon grated ginger
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- Salt to taste
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 1 onion, finely chopped
- 1 tablespoon tomato paste
- 1 can (14 oz) tomato puree
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 teaspoon chili powder
- Salt and sugar to taste
- 1/2 cup mayonnaise
- 2 tablespoons plain yogurt
- 2 garlic cloves, finely minced or grated
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
Instructions
- Marinate chicken in yogurt, lemon juice, garam masala, turmeric, cumin, smoked paprika, ginger, minced garlic, and salt for at least 30 minutes.
- In a large skillet over medium heat, melt butter and cook marinated chicken until browned (8-10 minutes). Remove from skillet.
- Sauté chopped onions in the same skillet until translucent. Add tomato paste and puree; bring to a simmer.
- Return chicken to skillet and stir in heavy cream along with chili powder; let simmer on low heat for 15-20 minutes.
- Prepare garlic sauce by whisking together mayonnaise, yogurt, minced garlic, and lemon juice until smooth.
- Serve hot with fries and warm naan drizzled with garlic sauce.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Indian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (approximately 300g)
- Calories: 550
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 850mg
- Fat: 35g
- Saturated Fat: 18g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 35g
- Cholesterol: 150mg