Creamy Butter Chicken with Garlic Drizzle, Golden Fries & Warm Naan
Creamy Butter Chicken with Garlic Drizzle, Golden Fries & Warm Naan is a delicious homage to Indian cuisine that brings an indulgent experience right to your dinner table. This dish features succulent chicken simmered in a rich, creamy sauce, perfectly balanced with aromatic spices like garam masala and cumin. The garlic drizzle adds an elegant touch, enhancing the flavors beautifully. Paired with crispy golden fries and warm naan, this meal is not only comforting but also ideal for family gatherings or dinner parties. Easy to make and versatile, it promises to impress both family and guests alike.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: Serves approximately 4 people 1x
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Indian
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb 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
- 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
- Prepare the ingredients by chopping the onion and mincing the garlic and ginger.
- In a skillet over medium heat, melt butter and oil. Sauté onions until translucent, then add minced garlic and ginger.
- Add cubed chicken and season with salt, pepper, garam masala, cumin, paprika, and optional chili powder. Cook until browned.
- Stir in tomato puree; reduce heat to low. Add cream, yogurt, and lemon juice; simmer for about 10 minutes until thickened.
- For the garlic drizzle, mix minced garlic with olive oil in a small bowl.
- Serve hot alongside golden fries and warm naan drizzled with garlic sauce.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 540
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 880mg
- Fat: 32g
- Saturated Fat: 16g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 34g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 175mg