Best 5 American Style Butter Chicken Recipes

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Tantalize your taste buds with a culinary journey to India, where aromatic spices and creamy textures intertwine to create the delectable dish known as Butter Chicken. This recipe, inspired by the vibrant streets of Punjab, captures the essence of authentic Indian cuisine with its tantalizing blend of flavors and rich, velvety sauce. Prepare to be captivated by the harmonious fusion of tomatoes, ginger, garlic, and a symphony of spices that dance on your palate. The chicken, marinated in yogurt and aromatic spices, emerges tender and succulent, enveloped in a luscious tomato-based sauce infused with the warmth of butter. Accompaniments like fluffy rice or warm naan bread serve as perfect vessels to soak up every morsel of this flavorful extravaganza. This recipe is more than just a meal; it's an experience that will transport you to the heart of India with every bite.

**Inside, you'll find a treasure trove of Butter Chicken variations that cater to diverse preferences and dietary needs:**

* **Classic Butter Chicken:** Embark on a culinary adventure with this timeless recipe that stays true to the traditional flavors of Punjab.

* **Easy Butter Chicken:** Experience the magic of Butter Chicken with a simplified version that retains the authentic taste while accommodating busy schedules.

* **Instant Pot Butter Chicken:** Harness the power of modern technology with this pressure cooker recipe that delivers restaurant-quality Butter Chicken in a fraction of the time.

* **Slow Cooker Butter Chicken:** Let the slow cooker do the work while you savor the slow-simmered goodness of this melt-in-your-mouth Butter Chicken.

* **Keto Butter Chicken:** Indulge in a low-carb twist on Butter Chicken without compromising on taste, perfect for those following a ketogenic diet.

* **Vegan Butter Chicken:** Experience the richness and depth of Butter Chicken in a plant-based version that's equally flavorful and satisfying.

* **Butter Chicken Marinade:** Elevate your Butter Chicken game with a marinade that infuses the chicken with an explosion of flavors, resulting in tender and juicy meat.

* **Butter Chicken Sauce:** Discover the secrets behind the velvety, aromatic sauce that makes Butter Chicken so irresistible.

No matter your dietary preferences or cooking style, this article has a Butter Chicken recipe that will tantalize your taste buds and leave you craving more.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

GARLIC BUTTER CHICKEN



Garlic Butter Chicken image

Tender, juicy chicken bathed in a rich garlic butter sauce with a splash of wine for extra flavor!! This EASY stovetop chicken recipe is ready in 15 minutes and will become a family FAVORITE!!

Provided by Averie Sunshine

Categories     30-Minute Meals

Time 20m

Number Of Ingredients 9

3 tablespoons olive oil
1 1/2 pounds boneless skinless chicken breasts, pounded to an even thickness (4 average-sized breasts)
1 to 2 teaspoons 21 Salute Seasoning or poultry seasoning
1 teaspoon kosher salt, or to taste
1 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper, or to taste
1/2 cup white wine* or chicken broth, or as necessary
3 tablespoons unsalted butter, or more if you want extra sauce
1 tablespoon garlic, finely minced; or to taste
2 teaspoons fresh parsley, optional for garnishing

Steps:

  • To a large skillet, add the olive oil, pounded chicken, evenly season with 21 Salute, salt, pepper, and cook over medium-high heat for 5 minutes. Do not touch, move, or disturb the chicken while it is searing. After 5 minutes, flip chicken over. It should have a medium golden color. For thicker/bigger chicken breasts, sear for 6-7 minutes.
  • Allow chicken to cook on the second side for about 5 minutes, or until done and cooked through. Again, do not disturb the chicken while it's searing.
  • Remove chicken with a slotted spatula and place it on a plate to rest.
  • Using caution, deglaze your skillet by adding wine (or broth) and allow the liquid to bubble up and steam violently for a few seconds.
  • Add the butter and allow it to melt, about 1 minute; stir continuously until melted.
  • Add the garlic and cook until fragrant, about 1 minutes; stir continuously.
  • Turn the heat off, add the chicken back into the skillet, flip it around in the garlic butter sauce, and spoon the sauce over the chicken.
  • Optionally garnish with parsley and serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 294 calories, Carbohydrate 6 grams carbohydrates, Cholesterol 63 milligrams cholesterol, Fat 21 grams fat, Fiber 1 grams fiber, Protein 15 grams protein, SaturatedFat 7 grams saturated fat, ServingSize 1, Sodium 2936 milligrams sodium, Sugar 2 grams sugar, TransFat 0 grams trans fat, UnsaturatedFat 13 grams unsaturated fat

FAMOUS BUTTER CHICKEN



Famous Butter Chicken image

Chicken breasts are dipped in beaten eggs and cracker crumbs, then baked with butter. These chicken breast are really tender and moist. Excellent flavor! I never have leftovers.

Provided by HAULBUR

Categories     Meat and Poultry Recipes     Chicken     Chicken Breast Recipes     Breaded

Time 55m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 6

2 eggs, beaten
1 cup crushed buttery round cracker crumbs
½ teaspoon garlic salt
ground black pepper to taste
4 skinless, boneless chicken breast halves
½ cup butter, cut into pieces

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C).
  • Place eggs and cracker crumbs in two separate shallow bowls. Mix cracker crumbs with garlic salt and pepper. Dip chicken in the eggs, then dredge in the crumb mixture to coat.
  • Arrange coated chicken in a 9x13 inch baking dish. Place pieces of butter around the chicken.
  • Bake in the preheated oven for 40 minutes, or until chicken is no longer pink and juices run clear.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 447.5 calories, Carbohydrate 9.3 g, Cholesterol 222.4 mg, Fat 31.2 g, Fiber 0.4 g, Protein 31.6 g, SaturatedFat 16.6 g, Sodium 639.2 mg, Sugar 1.1 g

AMERICAN BUTTERMILK FRIED CHICKEN RECIPE BY TASTY



American Buttermilk Fried Chicken Recipe by Tasty image

Here's what you need: chicken drumsticks, chicken thighs, salt, pepper, oregano, paprika, white pepper, garlic powder, buttermilk, all-purpose flour, salt, pepper, paprika, garlic powder, cayenne pepper, oil

Provided by Alvin Zhou

Categories     Dinner

Yield 3 servings

Number Of Ingredients 16

3 chicken drumsticks, bone-in
3 chicken thighs
2 teaspoons salt
1 teaspoon pepper
1 teaspoon oregano
1 teaspoon paprika
1 teaspoon white pepper
1 teaspoon garlic powder
2 cups buttermilk
2 cups all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon pepper
1 teaspoon paprika
1 teaspoon garlic powder
½ teaspoon cayenne pepper
oil, for frying

Steps:

  • Combine the chicken with all the marinade ingredients in a large bowl. Stir to make sure each piece of chicken is coated evenly, then cover with cling film and chill for about an hour.
  • Combine all of the breading ingredients in a large bowl, then roll the marinated chicken pieces in the flour, shaking off excess. Repeat with the rest of the chicken.
  • Heat oil in a skillet over high heat to about 350°F.
  • Fry 3-4 pieces at a time for about 15-20 minutes until the breading is dark golden brown, flipping several times to ensure the breading cooks evenly and does not burn. The heat of the oil should drop to about 320°F.
  • Drain the chicken on paper towels or on a wire rack, resting for about 10-15 minutes.
  • Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 807 calories, Carbohydrate 82 grams, Fat 24 grams, Fiber 3 grams, Protein 59 grams, Sugar 8 grams

AMERICAN STYLE BUTTER CHICKEN



American Style Butter Chicken image

This recipe was taught to me by a dear family friend. It is quick and easy to make and my family really enjoys it. The recipe calls for a lot of butter. Since I am watching my health I usually only use 3 tablespoons of butter. Feel free to adjust to your taste. I hope you like it- this is my first recipe post on Zaar!

Provided by UmmHumza

Categories     Chicken Breast

Time 40m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 10

2 lbs boneless chicken, cut into bite size
1 teaspoon ginger-garlic paste
1/2 cup plain yogurt
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 cup butter
1/2 cup oil or 1/2 cup ghee
1/2 cup ground raw cashew nuts
1 (8 ounce) sour cream
1/2 teaspoon red chili powder
1 cup tomato sauce

Steps:

  • Marinate chicken with ginger garlic paste and salt. Let it sit for 10-20 minutes.
  • Heat a skillet to Medium High and melt the butter.
  • Add chicken to the pan and cook until no longer pink.
  • Remove pan from heat and set aside.
  • In another pan, heat the oil and add cashews, sour cream, red chili powder, tomato sauce and the fried chicken.
  • Cook on Medium low heat until tender and the oil separates from the sauce.
  • Serve hot over rice. Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 1099.7, Fat 98.2, SaturatedFat 36.4, Cholesterol 261.6, Sodium 983, Carbohydrate 8.7, Fiber 1, Sugar 4.2, Protein 46.3

HOMEMADE BUTTER CHICKEN RECIPE BY TASTY



Homemade Butter Chicken Recipe by Tasty image

Here's what you need: boneless, skinless chicken breast, plain yogurt, ginger garlic paste, chili powder, garam masala, salt, turmeric, cumin, butter, onion, tomato puree, ginger garlic paste, cardamom pods, ground cloves, chili powder, coriander, garam masala, turmeric, cream, naan bread, cooked rice, Chopped fresh parsley

Provided by Evelyn Liu

Categories     Dinner

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 22

1 ⅓ lb boneless, skinless chicken breast
½ cup plain yogurt
2 tablespoons ginger garlic paste
2 tablespoons chili powder
1 tablespoon garam masala
1 tablespoon salt
1 tablespoon turmeric
1 tablespoon cumin
¼ cup butter
1 onion, finely chopped
1 tablespoon tomato puree
2 tablespoons ginger garlic paste
6 cardamom pods
¼ teaspoon ground cloves
2 tablespoons chili powder
1 tablespoon coriander
1 tablespoon garam masala
1 tablespoon turmeric
1 ¼ cups cream
naan bread, for serving
cooked rice, for serving
Chopped fresh parsley, for serving

Steps:

  • On a cutting board, slice the chicken into bite size pieces.
  • Combine the chicken with the yogurt, ginger garlic paste, chili powder, garam masala, salt, turmeric, and cumin and mix to coat well.
  • Cover with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 1 hour.
  • Preheat the oven 430˚F (220˚C).
  • Thread the marinated chicken pieces onto bamboo skewers, then place them over a baking tray lined with parchment paper, making sure there is space underneath the chicken to help distribute the heat more evenly.
  • Bake for about 15 minutes, until slightly dark brown on the edges.
  • Melt the butter in a large pot over medium heat, then sauté the onions and tomato purée, until tender but not browned.
  • Add the garlic ginger paste, cardamom pods, cloves, chili powder, coriander, garam masala, and turmeric and fry for about 30 seconds to release their aromatics and flavor, stirring constantly.
  • Pour in the cream and mix well with the onion and spices.
  • When the cream mixture is bubbling, add in the chicken and cook for another 2-3 minutes.
  • Serve with naan bread and rice and garnish with parsley.
  • Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 660 calories, Carbohydrate 24 grams, Fat 49 grams, Fiber 6 grams, Protein 42 grams, Sugar 7 grams

Tips:

  • To make the chicken more flavorful, marinate it in the yogurt mixture for at least 30 minutes, or up to overnight.
  • If you don't have a tandoori oven, you can cook the chicken in a preheated oven at 400 degrees Fahrenheit for 20-25 minutes, or until cooked through.
  • To make the sauce, use a high-quality tomato sauce. You can also add other spices, such as garam masala, cumin, and coriander, to taste.
  • Serve the butter chicken with basmati rice, naan bread, or your favorite side dish.

Conclusion:

American-style butter chicken is a delicious and easy-to-make dish that is perfect for a weeknight meal. It is also a great way to use up leftover chicken. With its creamy, flavorful sauce and tender chicken, butter chicken is sure to be a hit with your family and friends.

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