Butter Chicken Curry – Rich, Creamy, and Comforting
Introduction Butter chicken curry is one of the most popular Indian dishes in the world. Known for its rich tomato-based sauce and tender spiced chicken, it offers the perfect balance of warmth, creaminess, and bold flavor. The dish originated in Delhi in the 1950s, when a restaurant repurposed leftover tandoori chicken by simmering it in a buttery tomato and cream sauce. In this recipe, you will learn how to layer spices for depth of flavor, control heat and creaminess, and create a silky finish. I decided to make this dish because butter chicken was my go-to order as a kid at a local Indian restaurant near my home in Japan….