Ingredients
– 12 oz (340g) pasta (penne or fettuccine recommended)
– 1 lb (450g) boneless, skinless chicken thighs or breasts, cut into bite-sized pieces
– 2 tablespoons butter
– 1 medium onion, finely chopped
– 3 cloves garlic, minced
– 1 tablespoon ginger, grated
– 1 can (14 oz) crushed tomatoes
– 1 cup heavy cream
– 1 tablespoon garam masala
– 1 teaspoon ground cumin
– ½ teaspoon chili powder (adjust to taste)
– ½ teaspoon turmeric powder
– Salt, to taste
– Fresh cilantro, for garnish
Instructions
Creating Butter Chicken Pasta is a simple process that yields an incredible meal. Follow these detailed steps:
1. Cook the Pasta: In a large pot, bring salted water to a boil. Add pasta and cook according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
2. Sauté Chicken: In a large skillet, melt butter over medium heat. Add chicken pieces and season with salt. Cook until browned and fully cooked, about 5-7 minutes. Remove chicken from the skillet and set aside.
3. Make the Sauce: In the same skillet, add chopped onions, garlic, and ginger. Sauté until the onions are soft and translucent, about 3-5 minutes. Stir in crushed tomatoes, garam masala, cumin, chili powder, and turmeric. Cook for about 5-7 minutes until the tomatoes have thickened slightly.
4. Add Cream and Chicken: Lower the heat and stir in heavy cream. Return the cooked chicken to the skillet, mixing well to coat in the creamy sauce. Let it simmer for 5 minutes to combine the flavors.
5. Combine Pasta and Sauce: Add the cooked pasta to the skillet, tossing to combine it well with the sauce. Adjust seasoning, adding salt if needed. Heat through for 2-3 minutes, then remove from heat.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25-35 minutes
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 650 kcal
- Fat: 25g
- Protein: 37g