Step-by-Step Instructions

1. 1.Preheat Oven

   Preheat your oven to 375 degrees Fahrenheit (190 degrees Celsius).

2. 2.Mince Onion and Garlic

   Mince one onion and one tablespoon of garlic. Set aside.

3. 3.Prepare Chicken

   Cube 1.5 pounds of boneless, skinless chicken breast. Place the chicken pieces in a large bowl. Pour 2 tablespoons of vegetable oil over the chicken and toss until all pieces are coated with the oil.

4. 4.Season Chicken

   Season the chicken with 2 tablespoons of Tandoori masala. Toss the chicken pieces until they are evenly coated with the seasoning.

5. 5.Bake Chicken

   Spread the seasoned chicken pieces on a baking sheet. Bake for 12 minutes, or until the chicken is no longer pink in the center.

6. 6.Cover Chicken

   Remove the chicken from the oven and cover it with foil to keep warm while you prepare the sauce.

7. 7.Caramelize Onions and Garlic

   Place a skillet over medium heat and add a few tablespoons of butter. As the butter melts, add the minced onion and garlic. Cook slowly, stirring occasionally, until the onions are caramelized to a dark brown color. This will take about 15 minutes. Remove from heat.

8. 8.Prepare Sauce Base

   Place a large saucepan over medium-high heat. Add the remaining 1 cup of butter to the saucepan and let it melt.

9. 9.Add Sauce Ingredients

   Add 1 (15 ounce) can of tomato sauce, 3 cups of heavy cream, 2 teaspoons of salt, 1 teaspoon of cayenne pepper, and 1 teaspoon of garam masala to the saucepan.

10. 10.Simmer Sauce

    Stir the mixture well and bring it to a simmer. Once simmering, reduce the heat to low and cover the saucepan. Simmer the sauce for 30 minutes, stirring it occasionally.

11. 11.Combine and Finish

    After 30 minutes, add the caramelized onions and garlic, and the baked chicken pieces to the sauce. Simmer everything together for another 5 minutes.

12. 12.Serve

    The Easy Indian Butter Chicken is now ready to serve. It pairs wonderfully with basmati rice, warm naan bread, and steamed green beans.