Easy 30-Minute Butter Chicken Recipe

Restaurant-Style Butter Chicken Made Easy at Home

There's nothing quite like a rich, creamy butter chicken to bring the family together around the dinner table. The good news? You don't need to spend hours in the kitchen or order takeaway to enjoy it.

With our new Taste of India Butter Chicken Simmer Sauce, creating an authentic Indian-inspired meal at home couldn't be easier. Simply add your favourite chicken, simmer, and serve with fluffy rice and warm naan bread for a delicious meal that's ready in around 30 minutes.

Whether it's a busy weeknight or you're looking for something a little different for dinner, this recipe is sure to become a family favourite.

Ingredients

Available from Normanville Meat & Seafood:

600g Normanville Chicken Breast or Chicken Thigh, diced
1 x Taste of India Butter Chicken Simmer Sauce (425g)

You'll also need:

1 tablespoon olive oil
1 small brown onion, finely diced
½ cup thickened cream (optional for an extra creamy finish)
Fresh coriander, chopped
Steamed basmati rice
Warm naan bread

Method

Step 1

Heat the olive oil in a large frying pan over medium heat.

Add the diced onion and cook for 3–4 minutes until softened.

Step 2

Add the diced chicken and cook until lightly browned on all sides.

Step 3

Open the Taste of India Butter Chicken Sauce.

Empty the sauce into the pan and add the enclosed spice sachet for authentic flavour.

Stir well to combine.

Step 4

Reduce the heat and simmer gently for 15–20 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the chicken is cooked through.

For an even creamier restaurant-style butter chicken, stir through the thickened cream during the final few minutes of cooking.

Step 5

Serve over steamed basmati rice and garnish with fresh coriander.

Warm naan bread on the side is perfect for soaking up every last bit of sauce.

Serving Suggestions

Complete the meal with:

Garlic naan
Basmati rice
Mango chutney
Cucumber raita
Pappadums
Fresh coriander

Everything you need for an easy family dinner.

Make It Your Own

This versatile simmer sauce also works beautifully with:

Chicken thighs
Diced turkey
Prawns
Roasted vegetables
Cauliflower
Chickpeas for a vegetarian option

Tips

Marinate the chicken in a little natural yoghurt for 30 minutes before cooking for extra tenderness.
Add spinach during the final few minutes for extra greens.
Like it hotter? Add a pinch of chilli flakes or fresh chilli while simmering.
Leftovers taste even better the next day and freeze well for a quick meal later.

Why We Love It

The Taste of India range makes authentic Indian cooking simple.

Each pouch includes:

Authentic simmer sauce
Traditional spice sachet
Gluten free
No added MSG
No artificial colours, flavours or preservatives

It's the perfect pantry staple for busy families who still want a homemade meal packed with flavour.

Available Now at Normanville Meat & Seafood

Pick up a Taste of India Butter Chicken Simmer Sauce for just $6.25 when you're in store.

Pair it with our fresh, premium chicken and you'll have everything you need for a delicious family dinner in one convenient stop.

Drop into Normanville Meat & Seafood today and discover just how easy dinner can be.

Looking for More Easy Dinner Ideas?

This is the first recipe in our Taste of India Recipe Series.

Coming soon:

Slow Cooker Lamb Rogan Josh
Creamy Chicken Korma
Butter Chicken Meatballs
Butter Chicken Loaded Baked Potatoes
Butter Chicken Pasta Bake

Be sure to keep an eye on our website and follow us on Facebook for more easy, family-friendly recipes using products available in store.