Creamy Butter Chicken with Garlic Drizzle, Fries & Warm Naan
Creamy Butter Chicken with Garlic Drizzle, Fries & Warm Naan is a mouthwatering dish that delivers comfort and flavor in every bite. Tender chicken thighs are marinated in a blend of spices and yogurt, then simmered in a rich, creamy tomato sauce. Topped with a flavorful garlic drizzle, this dish is complemented by crispy fries and warm naan, making it an irresistible meal for any occasion. Perfect for family dinners or gatherings, this recipe is easy to prepare and customizable to suit your taste preferences.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Indian
Ingredients
Scale
- 1.5 lbs boneless, skinless chicken thighs
- 1 cup plain yogurt
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 1 can (14 oz) tomato puree
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 4 cloves garlic
- Salt
- Chili powder
Instructions
- Marinate the chicken: In a mixing bowl, combine yogurt, lemon juice, garam masala, turmeric, cumin, smoked paprika, ginger, minced garlic, and salt. Add chicken chunks and coat well. Cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes.
- Prepare the sauce: In a large skillet over medium heat, melt butter. Sauté chopped onion until translucent. Stir in tomato paste and add tomato puree.
- Cook the chicken: Add marinated chicken to the skillet with sauce. Cook for about 15-20 minutes until fully cooked. Stir in heavy cream and adjust seasoning.
- Make the garlic drizzle: Mix mayonnaise, yogurt, minced garlic, and lemon juice in a small bowl until smooth.
- Serve: Plate butter chicken with fries and warm naan; drizzle with garlic sauce.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (approximately 350g)
- Calories: 680
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 900mg
- Fat: 39g
- Saturated Fat: 19g
- Unsaturated Fat: 18g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 53g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 150mg