Low Calorie Butter Chicken
Tender chicken simmered in a rich, creamy tomato curry sauce—lightened up without losing the bold Indian flavors. This cozy bowl of comfort is perfect over rice or cauliflower rice for a guilt-free take on a classic favorite!
Equipment
- Large Skillet
- Wooden Spoon
- Knife and Cutting Board
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 1 lb boneless skinless chicken breast or thighs cubed
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1/2 onion finely chopped
- 2 cloves garlic minced
- 1 tbsp fresh grated ginger
- 1 tbsp garam masala
- 1 tsp cumin
- 1/2 tsp paprika
- 1/4 tsp cayenne optional
- 1/2 cup tomato sauce or crushed tomatoes
- 1/2 cup plain Greek yogurt or light coconut milk
- salt and pepper to taste
- fresh cilantro for garnish
Instructions
- Step 1: Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add chopped onion and cook until soft and translucent. Stir in garlic and ginger, and sauté for 1 minute.
- Step 2: Add garam masala, cumin, paprika, and cayenne (if using). Toast the spices briefly until fragrant, about 30 seconds.
- Step 3: Add the cubed chicken, season with salt and pepper, and cook until browned on all sides.
- Step 4: Pour in the tomato sauce or crushed tomatoes. Reduce heat and simmer for 10 minutes until the chicken is cooked through.
- Step 5: Lower heat and stir in Greek yogurt or light coconut milk. Let simmer for another few minutes until the sauce thickens slightly.
- Step 6: Garnish with fresh cilantro and serve hot with rice or cauliflower rice.
Notes
This lighter version of butter chicken is great for meal prep and freezes well. Use coconut milk for a dairy-free option. Adjust cayenne to your spice preference.
Nutrition
Calories: 290kcalCarbohydrates: 6gProtein: 30gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 75mgSodium: 420mgPotassium: 500mgFiber: 1gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 400IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 60mgIron: 2mg