Description
A healthier take on traditional butter chicken, featuring grilled chicken with a flavorful, smoky char, served in a creamy, spiced tomato-based sauce. This dish is packed with protein and essential minerals, while being mindful of saturated fat and sodium content.
Ingredients
- Grilled chicken (breast or thigh, portion as needed)
- Yogurt-based marinade (with spices)
- Tomato-based sauce (with ginger, garlic, spices, and reduced-fat yogurt or cream)
- Optional: lemon juice, herbs, and spices
Instructions
- Marinate chicken in a yogurt-based marinade with spices.
- Grill the marinated chicken until cooked through and slightly charred.
- Prepare the tomato-based sauce with ginger, garlic, spices, and a touch of reduced-fat yogurt or cream (if desired).
- Combine the grilled chicken with the sauce.
- Serve hot with a healthy side dish.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: (approx. 20 minutes for chicken, 10-15 minutes for sauce)
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Grilling, Sautéing
- Cuisine: Indian-inspired
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 average
- Calories: 400-600
- Sodium: High
- Fat: 10-25 grams
- Protein: 25-40 grams
Keywords: Grilled Butter Chicken, Healthy Butter Chicken, High Protein Recipe, Lean Chicken, Yogurt Marinade, Indian Cuisine, Balanced Diet