Zutaten für 5 Minute Butter Chicken
- 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken thighs or breasts
- 2 tbsp butter
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 medium onion, chopped
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
- 1 tbsp tomato paste
- 1/4 tsp cayenne pepper (optional)
- 1 tsp turmeric
- 1/2 tsp ground cumin
- nutmeg
- salt and pepper to taste
- 1 tbsp + 1/2 tsp garam masala
- 1 tsp paprika
- 1/4 cup chicken broth or water
- fresh cilantro (optional)
- rice or naan bread, for serving
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Zubereitung von 5 Minute Butter Chicken
- In a bowl, combine 1 tbsp garam masala, 1 tsp turmeric, 1 tsp paprika, 1/2 tsp cumin, 1/4 tsp cayenne pepper (optional), and salt to taste.
- Add 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken thighs (or breasts) to the spice mixture and toss to coat thoroughly.
- Melt 2 tbsp butter in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
- Add 1 medium onion, chopped, and 2 cloves garlic, minced, to the skillet. Cook until softened, about 3-4 minutes.
- Add the spiced chicken to the skillet and cook, stirring occasionally, until golden brown (about 5 minutes).
- Stir in 1 tbsp tomato paste and 1/2 tsp more garam masala.
- Pour in 1/2 cup heavy cream and 1/4 cup chicken broth (or water).
- Season with salt and pepper to taste. Simmer for 5-8 minutes, or until the sauce has thickened and the chicken is cooked through.
- Serve hot over rice or naan bread. Garnish with fresh cilantro (optional).
Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)
Sodium
10 g
Sugar
9g
Fat
88g
Carbs
2g
