Butter Chicken with Coriander, Rice, and Naan
Butter Chicken with Coriander, Rice, and Naan is a mouthwatering dish that brings together tender chicken simmered in a creamy, spice-infused sauce. This recipe offers the perfect balance of flavors, enhanced by fresh coriander, making it an ideal choice for family dinners or special gatherings. Served over fluffy rice and alongside warm naan, this comforting meal is sure to impress everyone at the table. With easy preparation steps, even novice cooks can create this delightful dish without stress.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Indian
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
- Fluffy rice for serving
- Warm naan for serving
Instructions
- Heat vegetable oil and butter in a large skillet over medium heat.
- Add chicken thighs and sauté until browned on all sides (about 5-7 minutes). Remove and set aside.
- In the same skillet, add chopped onion and sauté until translucent (4-5 minutes).
- Stir in minced garlic and grated ginger; cook for another minute.
- Add spices (ground coriander, garam masala, turmeric, chili powder) and mix well.
- Return chicken to skillet; coat with sauce and let simmer on low heat for about 10-15 minutes until fully cooked.
- Serve hot over fluffy rice with warm naan.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 375
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 480mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 110mg