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5-Ingredient Keto Butter Chicken

A simple and delicious keto-friendly butter chicken recipe made with minimal ingredients, perfect for busy weeknights.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 2 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: Indian, Keto
Calories: 600
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 450 grams Boneless & Skinless Chicken Thighs
  • 15 grams Butter
  • 1 Tsp Kasuri Methi (Dried Fenugreek Leaves)
  • 150 ml Tomato Puree
  • 100 ml Heavy Cream
  • 1 Tbsp Avocado Oil
  • 50 ml Water
  • Salt & Pepper to taste

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Season the chicken thighs with salt and pepper.
  2. Heat avocado oil in a skillet over medium-high heat.
  3. Sear the chicken for 3–4 minutes on each side until it is golden and cooked through. Set aside.
Cooking
  1. In the same skillet, add the butter and let it melt.
  2. Stir in the tomato puree, add kasuri methi, and water. Cover and simmer for 5 minutes.
  3. Lower the heat and gently stir in the heavy cream until the sauce is smooth and well mixed.
  4. Return the chicken to the sauce and let it simmer for 1–2 minutes on low heat.
Serving
  1. Serve hot with cauliflower rice or keto naan.

Notes

For extra flavor, marinate the chicken in yogurt and spices for a few hours before cooking. Adjust the spice level by adding chili powder or paprika to taste. For a thicker sauce, let it simmer longer after adding cream. Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days in the refrigerator or freeze for up to 3 months.