Creamy Butter Chicken with Garlic Drizzle, Golden Fries & Warm Naan
Creamy Butter Chicken with Garlic Drizzle, Golden Fries & Warm Naan is a sumptuous dish that brings together tender chicken pieces simmered in a rich and aromatic creamy sauce. Enhanced by the fragrant garlic drizzle, this meal is perfect for family gatherings or a comforting night in. The addition of crispy golden fries and warm naan elevates this dish into a satisfying feast that will delight your taste buds and leave you craving more. Whether you’re hosting friends or enjoying a cozy dinner, this recipe is sure to impress with its bold flavors and comforting textures.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Indian
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lbs boneless, skinless chicken thighs or breasts, cubed
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 2 tablespoons oil
- 1 onion, finely chopped
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 tablespoon ginger, minced
- 1 tablespoon garam masala
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1 teaspoon chili powder (optional for heat)
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- 1 cup tomato puree
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup plain yogurt
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
Instructions
- Season cubed chicken with salt, pepper, garam masala, cumin, paprika, and chili powder.
- In a skillet over medium heat, melt butter and oil. Sauté chopped onion until translucent.
- Add minced garlic and ginger; cook for another minute until fragrant.
- Incorporate the seasoned chicken into the skillet and brown on all sides (about 7–10 minutes).
- Stir in tomato puree and heavy cream; let it simmer for 10 minutes.
- Remove from heat; mix in yogurt and lemon juice to enhance creaminess.
- Optionally prepare golden fries while the chicken simmers.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (250g)
- Calories: 525
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 32g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 130mg