A rich and flavorful chicken recipe made with crispy pan-fried boneless chicken tossed in a creamy garlic butter sauce. This easy homemade dish is packed with garlic flavor, mild spice, and buttery goodness — perfect for lunch or dinner.
Ingredients
For Marinating Chicken
- 500 g boneless chicken
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon black pepper powder
- 1 tablespoon lime juice
For Coating
- ½ cup all-purpose flour (maida)
For Frying
- 2 tablespoons butter
For Garlic Butter Sauce
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 5–6 garlic cloves, finely chopped
- 1 tablespoon all-purpose flour
- 1½ cups water
- 1 teaspoon black pepper powder
- 1 teaspoon chilli flakes
- Salt to taste
For Garnishing
- 2 tablespoons chopped coriander leaves
Preparation Time
- Preparation: 15 minutes
- Marination: 30 minutes
- Cooking: 20 minutes
How to Make Creamy Garlic Butter Chicken
Step 1: Marinate the Chicken
Clean and wash the boneless chicken pieces thoroughly. Add them to a bowl and season with salt, black pepper powder, and lime juice.
Mix well and let the chicken marinate for 30 minutes. This helps make the chicken juicy and flavorful.
Step 2: Coat the Chicken
After marination, coat the chicken pieces lightly with all-purpose flour.
This gives the chicken a light crispy texture when fried and helps the sauce stick better later.
Step 3: Fry the Chicken
Heat butter in a pan over medium flame. Add the coated chicken pieces and fry until golden brown and fully cooked on both sides.
Remove from the pan and keep aside.
Step 4: Prepare the Garlic Butter Sauce
In another pan, melt butter over medium heat. Add chopped garlic and sauté until fragrant goes.
Add all-purpose flour and stir continuously for about a minute.
Slowly pour in water while stirring continuously to avoid lumps. Once the sauce becomes smooth, add black pepper powder and chilli flakes. Mix well and let the sauce simmer for a few minutes until slightly thickened.
Add salt if needed.
Step 5: Combine the Chicken and Sauce
Add the fried chicken pieces into the garlic butter sauce. Toss gently until all the pieces are well coated with the creamy sauce.
Cook for another 2–3 minutes on low flame.
Finally, garnish with freshly chopped coriander leaves.
Serving Suggestions
Serve hot with:
- Steamed rice
- Chapathi
- Naan
- Garlic bread
- Mashed potatoes
Tips
- Use freshly crushed pepper for better flavor.
- Adjust chilli flakes according to your spice preference.
- For a richer sauce, replace water with milk or fresh cream.
- Do not overcook the chicken to keep it soft and juicy.
This Creamy Garlic Butter Chicken is simple, comforting, and packed with delicious flavors. The crispy chicken combined with the creamy garlic sauce and the kick from chilli flakes makes this recipe a perfect family favorite.
