Description
Indulge in the rich and aromatic flavors of Butter Chicken with Coriander, Rice, and Naan—a dish that beautifully blends tender chicken with a creamy sauce infused with the fresh notes of coriander. Perfect for family dinners or gatherings, this recipe promises to impress your guests while being surprisingly easy to prepare. With its velvety texture and a symphony of spices, it stands as a comforting favorite that you can enjoy any night of the week.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1.5 lbs boneless, skinless chicken thighs
- 2 tbsp unsalted butter
- 1 tbsp vegetable oil
- 1 large onion, finely chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tbsp fresh ginger, grated
- 1 tbsp ground coriander
- 1 tsp garam masala
- 1/2 tsp turmeric
- 1/2 tsp chili powder (to taste)
- Fresh coriander seeds or cilantro for garnish
Instructions
- Heat vegetable oil in a heavy-bottomed pot over medium heat. Add chicken pieces and brown on all sides; set aside.
- In the same pot, melt unsalted butter and sauté onions until translucent. Add garlic and ginger; cook until fragrant.
- Stir in ground coriander, garam masala, turmeric, and chili powder; cook for an additional minute.
- Return the chicken to the pot and add enough water or broth to cover halfway. Stir and bring to a gentle simmer.
- Cover and let simmer for 20-25 minutes until chicken is cooked through. Adjust seasoning as needed and stir in crushed coriander seeds or cilantro before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Simmering
- Cuisine: Indian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: Approximately 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 352
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 690mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 24g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 27g
- Cholesterol: 102mg