How To Make Quick 30 Minute Butter Chicken
Making a quick version of Butter Chicken in 30 minutes is possible with a few shortcuts and pre-prepared ingredients. Here's a simplified recipe:
### Ingredients:
- 500g boneless chicken, cut into bite-sized pieces
- 2 tablespoons butter or ghee
- 1 onion, finely chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1-inch piece ginger, minced
- 1 cup tomato puree or canned diced tomatoes
- 1/4 cup plain yogurt
- 2 tablespoons tomato paste
- 1 tablespoon garam masala
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1 teaspoon ground coriander
- 1/2 teaspoon turmeric powder
- 1/2 teaspoon chili powder (adjust to taste)
- Salt to taste
- 1/4 cup cream or coconut milk
- Fresh cilantro leaves for garnish
### Instructions:
1. **Cooking Chicken:**
- Heat butter or ghee in a skillet over medium-high heat.
- Add the chopped onions and cook until they turn translucent.
- Add minced garlic and ginger, and cook for another minute until fragrant.
- Add the chicken pieces to the skillet and cook until they are browned on all sides, about 5-7 minutes.
2. **Making Sauce:**
- Once the chicken is browned, add tomato puree or canned diced tomatoes, tomato paste, plain yogurt, garam masala, ground cumin, ground coriander, turmeric powder, chili powder, and salt to the skillet.
- Stir well to combine all the ingredients. Reduce the heat to medium-low and let the sauce simmer for about 10-15 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the chicken is cooked through and the sauce has thickened.
3. **Finishing Touches:**
- Once the chicken is cooked and the sauce has thickened, stir in the cream or coconut milk.
- Simmer for another 2-3 minutes until the sauce is heated through.
- Taste and adjust seasoning if needed.
4. **Serve:**
- Garnish with fresh cilantro leaves.
- Serve hot with steamed rice, naan, or roti.
Enjoy your quick and delicious Butter Chicken!
This recipe skips the marinating step typically found in traditional Butter Chicken recipes to save time. If you have more time, you can marinate the chicken in yogurt and spices for added flavor. Additionally, you can adjust the spices and creaminess according to your taste preferences.
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