Butter Chicken Pasta
This Butter Chicken Pasta is a quick, one-pot meal that's creamy, comforting, packed with protein, and perfect for meal prep - a healthier twist on the classic butter chicken dish.
Equipment
Ingredients
- 20 g Butter (1.5 tbsp)
- 700 g Chicken Breast Fillets, diced (25 oz)
- 400 g Cauliflower, chopped (2 cups)
- 1 tbsp Garam Masala
- 1 tbsp Ground Cumin
- 1 tbsp Curry Powder
- 1 tbsp Salt
- 1 tbsp Minced Garlic
- 1 tbsp Minced Ginger
- 100 g Tomato Puree (⅓ cup)
- 400 g Tinned Chopped Tomatoes (1 ⅓ cups)
- 250 g Yogurt (1 cup)
- 1½ cups Chicken Stock
- 250 g Uncooked Pasta (2 cups)
Instructions
- Heat a large pot to medium-high heat and add your butter.
- Once the butter has melted, add diced chicken and chopped cauliflower and cook for 5 minutes.
- Add spices, garlic, ginger, and tomato puree and cook for a further 3 minutes.
- Add in tinned tomatoes and yogurt and cook for 3 minutes.
- Add pasta and stock. Turn down the heat and allow to simmer for 15 minutes, stirring regularly to prevent sticking on the bottom. Try to ensure the pasta is always covered in liquid.
- Remove from the heat once the pasta is al dente and serve with cilantro and yogurt.
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Notes
TIPS & NOTES:
MEASUREMENTS:
I always recommend using a kitchen weighing scale and using weighted measurements. This will result in a more accurate process and the recipe will come out perfectly.
NUTRITIONAL INFO:
These nutritional values are provided as a guide only and may be different depending on your ingredients and measurements.
- Adjust Spice Level: Reduce or add more curry powder or chili flakes depending on your preferred heat level.
- Watch the Liquid: Add a splash of hot water or extra stock if the pasta absorbs too much liquid while cooking.
- Make It Dairy-Free: Swap Greek yogurt for coconut yogurt and use dairy-free butter or coconut oil for a creamy, dairy-free option.
- Perfect for Meal Prep: Store leftovers in airtight containers and enjoy a flavorful meal throughout the week.
Nutrition
Nutrition Facts
Butter Chicken Pasta
Serving Size
1 serving
Amount per Serving
Calories
531
% Daily Value*
Fat
8.6
g
13
%
Carbohydrates
54.5
g
18
%
Protein
52.5
g
105
%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.
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