How To Make Air Fryer Butter Chicken Recipe
A flavorful and easy Indian-inspired dish made with juicy chicken, aromatic spices, and creamy butter sauce.
Serves:
Ingredients
- 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cut into 1-inch pieces
- 1/2 cup plain yogurt
- 1 tbsp grated ginger
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tbsp garam masala
- 1 tsp ground cumin
- 1 tsp ground turmeric
- 1 tsp paprika
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- 4 tbsp unsalted butter
- 1 cup tomato puree
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
- Cilantro leaves, chopped (optional)
Instructions
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In a large bowl, mix the yogurt, ginger, garlic, garam masala, cumin, turmeric, paprika, salt, and pepper together.
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Add the chicken pieces and toss until well coated. Let it sit for 10 minutes or up to an hour in the fridge.
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Preheat the air fryer to 375°F.
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Place the chicken pieces in the air fryer basket in a single layer and cook for 8-10 minutes or until golden and crispy on the outside.
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In a separate skillet over medium heat, melt the butter and cook until it turns golden brown.
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Add the tomato puree to the skillet and cook for 3-4 minutes.
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Add the heavy cream and cook for another minute.
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Add the crispy chicken to the skillet and toss to coat.
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Garnish with cilantro leaves (optional) and serve hot with rice or naan bread.
Nutrition
- Calories : 410kcal
- Total Fat : 28g
- Saturated Fat : 15g
- Cholesterol : 174mg
- Sodium : 453mg
- Total Carbohydrates : 9g
- Dietary Fiber : 2g
- Sugars : 4g
- Protein : 31g
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