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Butter Chicken with Rice and Vegetables

A creamy and flavorful Indian dish, Butter Chicken is paired with rice and vegetables for a complete meal that's perfect for any dinner occasion.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: Indian
Calories: 600
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 1 lb chicken breast, cubed
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 2 cups cooked rice
  • 1 cup mixed vegetables (e.g., bell peppers, peas, carrots)
Aromatics
  • 1 onion, diced
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 inch ginger, grated
Spices and Seasonings
  • 1 tbsp garam masala
  • 1 tsp turmeric
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 2 tbsp oil or butter

Method
 

Cooking
  1. In a large pan, heat oil or butter over medium heat.
  2. Add the onion, garlic, and ginger, and sauté until the onion is translucent.
  3. Add the cubed chicken and cook until browned.
  4. Stir in garam masala, turmeric, salt, and pepper.
  5. Pour in the heavy cream and bring to a simmer.
  6. Add the mixed vegetables and cook until they are tender.
  7. Serve the butter chicken over cooked rice.

Notes

To serve, spoon a generous portion of the butter chicken over a bed of warm cooked rice. Garnishing with fresh cilantro or a squeeze of lemon can enhance the flavors. If you have leftovers, let the butter chicken cool completely before transferring it to an airtight container. It can be stored in the refrigerator for up to three days or frozen for up to a month. Make sure to separate the rice and chicken if possible, as they may reheat differently.