Description
Butter chicken with garlic naan is a comforting dish that brings the rich flavors of Indian cuisine to your table. Tender pieces of chicken are simmered in a creamy, spiced tomato sauce, perfectly complemented by warm, fluffy garlic naan. This delightful combination is perfect for cozy dinners or impressing guests without the fuss, making every bite an unforgettable experience.
Ingredients
Scale
- 3–4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5 lbs)
- 4 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- 4 tbsp unsalted butter
- 1 cup high-quality tomato puree
- 1 cup heavy cream (or coconut milk for dairy-free)
- 2 tsp ground cumin
- 2 tsp ground coriander
- 1 tbsp garam masala
- 4 pieces naan bread
- Additional minced garlic for naan
Instructions
- Cut chicken into bite-sized pieces and season with salt and spices. Saut? in butter over medium heat until golden brown.
- Remove chicken and saut? minced garlic in the same pan until fragrant. Add tomato puree and spices; stir well.
- Return chicken to the pan, pour in cream, and simmer for 15 minutes.
- Prepare naan according to package instructions or make homemade naan if desired.
- Brush cooked naan with melted butter mixed with minced garlic before serving alongside butter chicken.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Saut?ing
- Cuisine: Indian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup butter chicken with 1 piece naan (300g)
- Calories: 600
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 850mg
- Fat: 37g
- Saturated Fat: 20g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 33g
- Cholesterol: 120mg