Description
Butter Chicken With Spinach is a creamy, rich dish that brings Indian flavors to your table with ease. This delightful recipe features tender chicken simmered in a spiced tomato sauce, enhanced by fresh spinach for a nutritious twist. Perfect for cozy dinners or special occasions, this dish will impress your guests and leave them wanting more.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5 lbs)
- 3 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon fresh ginger, grated
- 1 medium onion, chopped
- 4 cups fresh spinach
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 can (14 oz) crushed tomatoes
- 2 teaspoons cumin
- 2 teaspoons coriander
- 2 teaspoons garam masala
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- 1. Marinate chicken: In a bowl, combine diced chicken with yogurt, garlic, ginger, and spices. Let sit for at least 30 minutes.
- 2. Sauté onions and garlic: Melt butter in a large skillet over medium heat. Add onions and sauté until translucent.
- 3. Add tomatoes and cream: Stir in crushed tomatoes and heavy cream; simmer for about 10 minutes until thickened.
- 4. Incorporate spinach and chicken: Fold in spinach until wilted, then add marinated chicken. Cook until chicken is tender and fully cooked.
- 5. Season to taste: Adjust seasoning with salt and pepper; sprinkle extra garam masala on top before serving.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Sauteeing
- Cuisine: Indian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: Approximately 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 390
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 500mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 105mg