Description
Indulge in the creamy, aromatic delight of Butter Chicken with Coriander, Rice, and Naan. This comforting dish features boneless chicken thighs simmered in a rich, spiced tomato sauce infused with fresh coriander. Paired with fluffy rice and warm naan, this recipe is perfect for family dinners or special occasions. With its vibrant flavors and satisfying textures, this butter chicken meal is sure to impress your guests and leave everyone asking for seconds.
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 the vegetable oil and butter in a large skillet over medium heat. Sauté the chopped onion until translucent (about 5-7 minutes), then add minced garlic and grated ginger.
- Add the chicken thighs to the skillet and cook until browned on all sides (about 8-10 minutes).
- Stir in ground coriander, garam masala, turmeric, and chili powder; cook for an additional 2-3 minutes.
- Pour in enough water or broth to cover the chicken partially (about 1 cup). Bring to a simmer, reduce heat to low, cover, and cook for 20-25 minutes until tender.
- Before serving, stir in crushed fresh coriander seeds or chopped cilantro leaves.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Cooking
- Cuisine: Indian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 360
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 480mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 16g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 29g
- Cholesterol: 110mg