This butter chicken skillet is a rich and flavorful dish with tender chicken and a slightly spicy tomato sauce, all served in one delicious skillet. The combination of juicy chicken, creamy butter, and a hint of cumin is a winner in any household.

With its straightforward preparation and minimal cleanup, this skillet recipe is a great choice for busy weeknights. Try this next: Garlic Butter Chicken Skillet.

BUTTER CHICKEN SKILLET – Best Family Dinner

⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 5.0 from 12 votes

Prep
10m

Cook
20m

Serves
4

Ingredients

Boneless, skinless chicken breasts
Garlic, minced
Butter, salted
Tomatoes, diced
Cumin, ground
Chili powder, ground
Worcestershire sauce
Heavy cream

Instructions

Heat butter in a large skillet over medium-high.

Season chicken with cumin and cook until browned.

Reduce heat, then add tomatoes, chili powder, and Worcestershire sauce.

Simmer sauce until thickened, then stir in heavy cream.

Serve chicken in sauce, garnished with fresh cilantro.

Storage Tip: Store leftover sauce and chicken separately in airtight containers in the refrigerator for up to 3 days or freeze for up to 2 months.