Easy 1 Butter Chicken Recipe is a creamy and delicious Indian

Butter Chicken, also known as Murgh Makhani, is one of the most famous dishes in India. It is made with tender chicken cooked in a rich, creamy tomato-butter sauce. This dish pairs perfectly with naan, roti, or basmati rice and is loved all over the world.

Ingredients

For Chicken Marinade

>500 g boneless chicken (cut into small pieces)

>½ cup yogurt

>1 tablespoon ginger-garlic paste

>1 teaspoon red chili powder

>½ teaspoon turmeric powder

>1 teaspoon garam masala

>Salt to taste

>1 tablespoon lemon juice

>1 tablespoon oil

For Butter Chicken Gravy

>3 tablespoons butter

>1 tablespoon oil

>1 medium onion (finely chopped)

>1 tablespoon ginger-garlic paste

>2 cups tomato puree

>1 teaspoon red chili powder

>1 teaspoon garam masala

>1 teaspoon kasuri methi (dried fenugreek leaves)

>½ cup fresh cream

>Salt to taste

½ teaspoon sugar (optional)

Step-by-Step Instructions

Marinate the Chicken

1. In a bowl, add chicken pieces.
2. Mix yogurt, ginger-garlic paste, red chili powder, turmeric, garam masala, salt, lemon juice, and oil.
3. Coat the chicken well and marinate for 30–60 minutes in the refrigerator.

2 Cook the Chicken

1. Heat oil or butter in a pan.
2. Add the marinated chicken and cook for 8–10 minutes until the chicken is fully cooked.
3. Remove and set aside.

Prepare the Butter Chicken Sauce

1. Heat butter and oil in a pan.
2. Add chopped onions and sauté until golden brown.
3. Add ginger-garlic paste and cook for 1 minute.
4. Pour in tomato puree and cook for 8–10 minutes until the oil separates.
5. Add red chili powder, garam masala, and salt.

Combine Everything

1. Add the cooked chicken to the sauce.
2. Stir in fresh cream and kasuri methi.
3. Cook on low heat for 5–7 minutes.
4. Add a small piece of butter on top for extra flavor.

Serving Suggestions

Serve hot Butter Chicken with:

Naan

Roti

Steamed basmati rice

This creamy chicken curry is perfect for lunch or dinner.

Nutrition

🍽️ Nutritional Summary

• Calories: 450 kcal – Moderate meal portion
• Protein: 30 g – High protein (good for muscle repair and satiety 💪)
• Fat: 32 g
  • Saturated Fat: 14 g – Quite high (should be limited in daily intake)
• Carbohydrates: 12 g – Low carb
  • Sugar: 6 g – Moderate
  • Fiber: 2 g – Low (fiber helps digestion)

❤️ Heart & Health Related Nutrients

• Cholesterol: 110 mg – Moderate to high depending on daily intake
• Sodium: 650 mg – Fairly high (watch if you monitor blood pressure)
• Potassium: 520 mg – Good for heart and muscle function
• Calcium: 120 mg – About 10–12% of daily needs
• Iron: 2 mg – Around 10–25% of daily needs depending on gender