Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb boneless skinless chicken breasts, cut into bite-sized pieces
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 1 onion, finely chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon ginger, grated
- 1 can (14 oz) crushed tomatoes
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 2 teaspoons garam masala
- 1 teaspoon cumin
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon chili powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh cilantro for garnish
Instructions
- Heat butter in a large skillet over medium heat. Add onions and sauté until translucent.
- Add garlic and ginger, cook for 1 minute until fragrant.
- Stir in spices: garam masala, cumin, paprika, chili powder, salt, and pepper. Cook for 30 seconds.
- Add crushed tomatoes, simmer for 10 minutes to develop flavors.
- In a separate pan, sauté chicken until browned and cooked through.
- Add cooked chicken to the sauce, stir in heavy cream, and simmer for 5 minutes to thicken.
- Garnish with fresh cilantro and serve hot with rice or naan.
Notes
- Adjust spice levels according to taste.
- For a richer flavor, add a splash of cream or butter before serving.
- Use full-fat cream for best creaminess.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Indian-inspired
- Diet: Nut-Free
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 380 Kcal
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 520mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 90mg