Butter Chicken Sauce

Dive into the creamy, flavorful world of homemade Butter Chicken Sauce with this irresistibly rich and aromatic recipe! Bursting with vibrant spices like garam masala, cumin, and coriander, this sauce balances the warmth of red chili powder with the sweetness of honey and the subtle bitterness of fenugreek leaves. Simmered to perfection with tomato puree and finished with a luxurious swirl of heavy cream, this velvety concoction is as versatile as it is indulgent. In just 40 minutes, you’ll have a restaurant-quality sauce that pairs beautifully with tender chicken, roasted vegetables, or freshly baked naan. Whether you're crafting a classic butter chicken dish or looking for a flavorful addition to your favorite meals, this recipe is your ticket to authentic Indian-inspired comfort food.

Nutriscore Rating: 58/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:30 mins

Total Time:40 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 4 tablespoons Unsalted butter
• 1 cup Onion
• 4 pieces Garlic cloves
• 1 tablespoon Ginger
• 2 cups Tomato puree
• 1 teaspoon Garam masala
• 1 teaspoon Ground cumin
• 1 teaspoon Ground coriander
• 0.5 teaspoon Red chili powder
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 1 cup Heavy cream
• 1 tablespoon Honey
• 1 teaspoon Fenugreek leaves (kasuri methi)
• 2 tablespoons Fresh cilantro

Directions

Step 1

Melt the butter in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the chopped onions and sauté until they are translucent, about 5-7 minutes.

Step 2

Stir in minced garlic and grated ginger, and cook until fragrant, roughly 1-2 minutes.

Step 3

Add the tomato puree, garam masala, ground cumin, ground coriander, red chili powder, and salt. Stir to combine and bring the mixture to a simmer.

Step 4

Reduce the heat to low and let the sauce simmer for 15 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld and the sauce to thicken slightly.

Step 5

Pour in the heavy cream, stirring constantly until fully integrated and the sauce reaches a creamy consistency.

Step 6

Add honey and crushed fenugreek leaves (kasuri methi), stir well, and let the sauce simmer for an additional 5 minutes.

Step 7

Remove from heat and garnish with freshly chopped cilantro before serving.

Step 8

Use this sauce as a base for butter chicken or enjoy with grilled meats, vegetables, or naan.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	1067.8 grams (1067.8g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1607

Total Fat 131.00g	168%
Saturated Fat 76.70g	384%
Polyunsaturated Fat NaNg
Cholesterol 364mg	121%
Sodium 2589mg	113%
Total Carbohydrate 93.10g	34%
Dietary Fiber 15.50g	55%
Total Sugars 53.40g
Protein 15.10g	30%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 196mg	15%
Iron 10mg	53%
Potassium 2809mg	60%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 73.1%

Protein: 3.7%

Carbs: 23.1%