Easy Butter Chicken Recipe

Name: Easy Butter Chicken Recipe
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 kg chicken pieces; 125 ml yoghurt (plain); 1 teaspoon ginger (chopped); 1 teaspoon crushed garlic; 1 teaspoon crushed black pepper; 60 ml butter; 1 tablespoon cooking oil; 320 ml fresh cream; 1 teaspoon white pepper; 2 tablespoons lemon juice; 320 ml tomato puree; 1 teaspoon salt; 1 1/2 teaspoons red chili powder

Servings: persons

2 kg chicken pieces
125 ml yoghurt (plain)
1 teaspoon ginger (chopped)
1 teaspoon crushed garlic
1 teaspoon crushed black pepper
60 ml butter
1 tablespoon cooking oil
320 ml fresh cream
1 teaspoon white pepper
2 tablespoons lemon juice
320 ml tomato puree
1 teaspoon salt
1 1/2 teaspoons red chili powder

1
Mix yoghurt, oils ginger/garlic, 1/2 of lemon juice and spices.
2
Smear over chicken and leave to marinate for 3 hours or overnight in fridge if preferred.
3
Grill until brown.
4
SAUCE :
5
Add the rest of the lemon juice to the tomato puree.
6
Then add the butter and any left over marinade of the chicken.
7
Blend over heat.
8
Just before serving add the fresh cream to the sauce & simmer until sauce thickens.
9
Place chicken on a platter and spread with sauce.
10
Serve hot, either over rice or Naan (Indian flat bread).

1262

kcal

Calories

Fat

Carbs

158

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.
Coconut cream is a reliable plant-based alternative to dairy cream.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 13 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 kg chicken pieces, 125 ml yoghurt (plain), 1 teaspoon ginger (chopped), 1 teaspoon crushed garlic, and more.

Yes, Easy Butter Chicken Recipe falls under the Meat & Poultry category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

That's it — enjoy your meal!