Healthy Butter Chicken

This healthy version of India's popular Butter Chicken is made without any cream and is low in fat. It is a creamy and flavorful dish that will keep you satisfied.

15m

Prep Time

30m

Cook Time

Servings

Ingredients

1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breast, cut into bite-sized pieces

1 tablespoon oil

1 onion, finely chopped

1 tablespoon ginger, grated

1 tablespoon garlic, minced

1 teaspoon ground turmeric

1 teaspoon ground coriander

1 teaspoon ground cumin

1 teaspoon smoked paprika

1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper

1/2 teaspoon salt

1/4 cup almond milk

1/4 cup tomato sauce

1/4 cup plain greek yogurt

2 tablespoons unsalted butter

1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped

Instructions

Step 1

In a large pan, heat oil over medium heat. Add onions and cook until translucent, about 3 minutes.

Step 2

Add garlic and ginger and cook for another minute.

Step 3

Add chicken and cook until no longer pink, about 5 minutes.

Step 4

In a bowl, mix together turmeric, coriander, cumin, paprika, cayenne pepper, and salt.

Step 5

Add spice mixture to the pan and cook for another 2 minutes.

Step 6

Add almond milk, tomato sauce, greek yogurt, and butter to the pan and stir to combine.

Step 7

Reduce heat to low and simmer for 10 minutes, stirring occasionally.

Step 8

Garnish with cilantro and serve hot.