Description
Creamy Butter Chicken with Garlic Drizzle, Fries & Warm Naan is a delightful fusion of flavors that brings comfort and satisfaction to your dining table. This dish features tender chicken thighs smothered in a rich, creamy tomato sauce infused with aromatic spices. The addition of a zesty garlic drizzle enhances the taste, making it an irresistible option for family dinners or casual gatherings. Served alongside crispy fries and warm naan, this meal is not only delicious but also versatile, allowing you to customize the spice level to suit your preferences. Whether you’re cooking for a crowd or preparing meals for the week ahead, this creamy butter chicken recipe is sure to impress.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1.5 lbs boneless, skinless chicken thighs
- 1 cup plain yogurt
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 1 onion, finely chopped
- 1 can (14 oz) tomato puree
- 1 cup heavy cream
- Garlic drizzle made from mayonnaise, yogurt, and minced garlic
Instructions
- Marinate the chicken in yogurt, lemon juice, garam masala, turmeric, cumin, smoked paprika, grated ginger, minced garlic, and salt for at least 30 minutes.
- In a heavy-bottomed pot over medium heat, melt butter and sauté chopped onion until translucent.
- Add marinated chicken and cook until browned on all sides.
- Stir in tomato paste and puree; simmer for about 10 minutes before adding heavy cream.
- Season with chili powder and adjust flavors as needed.
- For garlic drizzle, combine mayonnaise, yogurt, minced garlic, and lemon juice in a bowl.
- Serve hot with fries and warm naan drizzled with garlic sauce.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Cooking
- Cuisine: Indian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 32g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 175mg