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Epic Butter Chicken Bowl with Basmati Rice & Naan: A Rich, Comforting Meal Worth Craving


  • Author: rodrigo Stone
  • Total Time: 50 minutes
  • Yield: Serves 4

Description

This mouthwatering Butter Chicken Bowl is a celebration of rich, creamy tomato-based curry, tender chicken, and fragrant basmati rice—all paired perfectly with warm, fluffy naan. A comforting Indian-inspired dish that’s both indulgent and unforgettable!


Ingredients

For the Butter Chicken
🧈 Boneless chicken thighs or breasts
🧄 Garlic, minced
🧅 Onion, finely chopped
🧂 Salt & pepper
🌶️ Garam masala
🟠 Turmeric
🟥 Paprika
🍅 Tomato purée
🥛 Heavy cream
🧈 Butter

For the Bowl
🍚 Basmati rice
🫓 Naan bread
🌿 Fresh cilantro (optional garnish)
🍋 Lemon wedges (optional)


Instructions

Marinate the chicken with garlic, salt, pepper, and spices, then sear in a hot skillet until golden and set aside. In the same skillet, sauté onions until soft, stir in the remaining spices, tomato purée, and let simmer. Add cream and butter to create a luscious sauce, then return the chicken and simmer until fully cooked and tender. Meanwhile, cook basmati rice until fluffy and warm the naan. Assemble your bowl with a scoop of rice, a generous serving of butter chicken, and naan on the side. Garnish with cilantro and a squeeze of lemon if desired.

Notes

Try it with jasmine rice for a twist or use tofu instead of chicken for a vegetarian option. You can make the butter chicken sauce ahead—it tastes even better the next day!

  • Prep Time: 20 minutes
  • Cook Time: 30 minutes