Description
Indulge in the rich and flavorful experience of Butter Chicken with Coriander, Rice, and Naan. This dish features tender chicken simmered in a creamy, spiced sauce infused with aromatic coriander. Perfect for gatherings or cozy dinners, it promises to impress with its delightful combination of spices and textures. Served alongside fluffy rice and warm naan, this comforting meal is sure to satisfy any palate. Its straightforward preparation makes it accessible for cooks of all levels, allowing you to bring a taste of Indian cuisine right to your home.
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 (adjust to taste)
- 1 tsp crushed fresh coriander seeds or 1 tbsp finely chopped fresh cilantro leaves
Instructions
- Heat vegetable oil and 1 tablespoon butter in a large skillet over medium heat. Sauté finely chopped onions until golden brown (5-7 minutes).
- Add minced garlic and grated ginger; cook for an additional 2 minutes.
- Stir in spices (ground coriander, garam masala, turmeric, chili powder) and cook for another 2-3 minutes.
- Add chicken pieces and stir until browned on all sides.
- Pour in broth as needed for sauce consistency; simmer for 15-20 minutes until chicken is cooked through.
- Serve over rice with warm naan; garnish with crushed coriander seeds or fresh cilantro.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Indian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (approximately 250g)
- Calories: 385
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 560mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 21g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 24g
- Cholesterol: 90mg