Butter Chicken Garlic Delight with Crispy Fries and Naan
Butter Chicken Garlic Delight with Crispy Fries and Naan is a bold, comforting fusion dish that pairs creamy, garlicky butter chicken with crispy golden fries and warm garlic naan. A satisfying combination of Indian spices and indulgent textures perfect for weeknight meals or entertaining.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour 45 minutes (including marination)
- Yield: 4 servings
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Indian Fusion
- Diet: Halal
Ingredients
- 1.5 lbs boneless chicken thighs or breasts, cubed
- 1/2 cup plain yogurt
- 1 tbsp lemon juice
- 4–5 garlic cloves, minced (divided)
- 1 tbsp fresh ginger, grated (divided)
- 2 tsp garam masala (divided)
- 1 tsp chili powder
- 1/2 tsp turmeric
- 2 tbsp butter (plus more as needed)
- 1 cup tomato puree
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
- 1 tsp salt (adjust to taste)
- 1 tsp sugar (optional)
- 1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro (for garnish)
- 1 lb frozen or homemade French fries
- 4 garlic naan (store-bought or homemade)
- 1 tbsp olive oil (for cooking or brushing naan)
Instructions
In a bowl, mix yogurt, lemon juice, half the garlic, half the ginger, 1 tsp garam masala, chili powder, turmeric, and salt. Add chicken pieces and marinate for at least 1 hour (or overnight).
- In a large skillet, melt 1 tbsp butter over medium heat. Add marinated chicken and cook until browned and cooked through. Remove and set aside.
- In the same skillet, add remaining butter, garlic, and ginger. Sauté until fragrant. Stir in tomato puree, remaining garam masala, salt, and sugar. Simmer for 10 minutes.
- Reduce heat and stir in heavy cream. Add the cooked chicken back into the sauce. Simmer for 10–15 minutes until the sauce is thick and creamy. Adjust seasoning.
- While the butter chicken simmers, cook fries according to package directions or fry until golden and crispy. Season with salt immediately after cooking.
- Warm garlic naan in a skillet or oven. Optional: brush with olive oil or melted butter and minced garlic before warming.
- To serve, plate butter chicken with crispy fries and warm garlic naan. Garnish with fresh cilantro and serve hot.
Notes
- Use paneer or tofu for a vegetarian version.
- Add green chilies or more chili powder for extra heat.
- Swap heavy cream with coconut milk for a dairy-free version.
- Turn into butter chicken poutine by serving over fries.
- Fries are best served fresh and crispy. Reheat in oven or air fryer if needed.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (1/4 of recipe)
- Calories: 720
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 690mg
- Fat: 38g
- Saturated Fat: 18g
- Unsaturated Fat: 16g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 55g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 38g
- Cholesterol: 155mg
