Five Ingredient Keto Butter Chicken (Print Version)
Creamy Indian-style chicken with garam masala, butter, and cream in a rich tomato sauce
# What You Need:
→ Proteins
01 - 1.5 lbs boneless, skinless chicken thighs, cut into bite-sized pieces
→ Dairy
02 - 4 tbsp unsalted butter
03 - 1 cup heavy cream
→ Sauces & Condiments
04 - 1/2 cup sugar-free tomato sauce
→ Spices
05 - 2 tbsp garam masala
# How to Make It:
01 - Heat 2 tablespoons butter in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add chicken pieces and cook until browned on all sides, about 6-8 minutes.
02 - Sprinkle garam masala over chicken, stirring well to coat. Cook for 1 minute until fragrant.
03 - Pour in tomato sauce and stir to combine. Reduce heat to medium-low and simmer for 5 minutes.
04 - Add heavy cream and remaining 2 tablespoons butter. Simmer gently for 10-12 minutes, stirring occasionally, until sauce is rich and creamy and chicken is fully cooked.
05 - Taste and adjust seasoning if needed. Serve hot.
# Expert Hints:
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- Five ingredients are all you need to make restaurant-quality butter chicken at home
- The sauce comes together in under 40 minutes but tastes like it simmered all day
- Leftovers reheat beautifully for meal prep lunches that actually make you excited to eat
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- Resist the urge to crank up the heat once the cream is added or the sauce may separate and become grainy
- Let the chicken rest in the sauce for at least 5 minutes off the heat before serving—the flavors continue to develop
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- Pat the chicken completely dry before searing—excess moisture prevents proper browning
- Let your butter chicken rest for 5 minutes after cooking so the sauce thickens naturally