Deliciously Easy: Our Simple Butter Chicken Recipe
This butter chicken recipe is one of the easiest Indian curries to make. The Butter Chicken Sauce is so good that you will want it on tap! Plus, it's healthy and delicious and is the perfect recipe when you need a quick, creamy Indian butter chicken. This version is keto diet suitable, low carb friendly and glutin free.
Equipment
- Kitchen scales
- Sharp knife
- Frying pan or skillet,
- Wooden spoon
Ingredients
- 100 g Chicken breast diced
- 10 g garlic minced
- 10 g green onion minced
- 5 g ginger minced
- 2 tsp curry powder
- 2 tsp tomato paste
- 1 Tbsp butter
- 2 Tbsp thickend Cream
- ½ cup chicken stock
- fresh cilantro for garnish
Instructions
- Melt 1 Tbsp butter in a pan.
- Add 5 g ginger, 10 g garlic and 10 g green onion.
- Then
saute until aromatic. - Add 2 tsp tomato paste and 2 tsp curry powder. and stir in for about a minute.
- Add ½ cup chicken stock and bring to a simmer.
- Add the 100 g Chicken breast pieces and simmer for 10 minutes.
- Add 2 Tbsp thickend Cream and simmer until thick.
- Top with fresh cilantro .
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Notes
Recipe Variations
- Butter chicken with potato;
- Dice ½ cup potato or sweet potato to a Large dice cut size and add when simmering chicken.
- For a lighter version;
- For a slightly lighter version substitute thickend cream with 1 Tbsp light cream + 1 Tbsp milk.
What to serve with butter chicken
When choosing side dishes for butter chicken, it is important to consider the overall flavour profile of the meal. You want to choose side dishes that complement the flavours of the butter chicken without overpowering them. It is also important to choose a variety of side dishes to provide different textures and flavours. Here are some suggestions for what to serve with butter chicken and why:- Cauliflower Rice;
- If you want to keep your meal keto friendly, you can serve your butter chicken alongside cauliflower rice.
- Steamed rice;
- Rice is a classic side dish for butter chicken because it helps to absorb the sauce and balance out the spiciness. Basmati rice is a good choice because it has a light flavour and long, fluffy grains.
- Naan bread;
- Naan bread is another popular side dish for butter chicken because it can be used to soak up the sauce. It is also a good way to add carbohydrates and fibre to your meal.
- Keto Bread;
- Keeping your meal keto friendly, another flatbread you can serve your butter chicken with is keto bread. This bread is great for mopping up that sauce, instead of naan bread.
- Raita;
- Raita is a yoghurt-based condiment that is often served with Indian food. It helps to cool down the palate and add creaminess to the meal.
- Kachumber salad;
- Kachumber salad is a simple but refreshing salad made with tomatoes, cucumbers, onions, and cilantro. It helps to balance out the richness of the butter chicken.
- Saag;
- Saag is a spinach-based dish that is often served with butter chicken. It is a good source of vitamins and minerals, and it adds a bit of bitterness to balance out the sweetness of the butter chicken.
- Aloo gobi;
- Aloo gobi is a potato and cauliflower curry that is often served with butter chicken. It is a hearty and flavourful dish that adds a bit of variety to the meal.
- Samosas;
- Samosas are fried pastries filled with potatoes, peas, and spices. They are a popular appetiser or side dish for Indian food.
- Dal;
- Dal is a lentil-based soup that is often served with Indian food. It is a good source of protein and fibre, and it pairs well with the flavours of butter chicken.
- Papadums;
- Papadums are thin, crispy crackers that are often served with Indian food. They can be eaten plain or dipped in chutney.
- Chutney;
- Chutney is a condiment made with fruits, vegetables, and spices. It can be used to add flavour and heat to butter chicken.