Warm, creamy, and spiced just right — this Butter Chicken is an Indian-inspired classic that brings bold flavour and wholesome satisfaction to your dinner table. It’s rich, filling, and comes together in under 30 minutes.
Crafted by Live Love Nourish and powered by spray-free, seasonal produce from Spray-Free Farmacy, this version is naturally gluten-free with a dairy-free option, and includes a nourishing twist with added pumpkin and green beans.
🍛 Why You’ll Love This Recipe
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Rich and creamy without the guilt
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Full of real veggies — pumpkin & green beans
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Naturally gluten-free and adaptable for dairy-free diets
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Quick 30-minute cook time
- Family-friendly, meal-prep friendly, flavour packed
🛒 Ingredients (Serves 4)
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1 brown onion, sliced
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2 garlic cloves, minced
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1kg pumpkin, diced into 2cm cubes
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200g green beans, trimmed
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650g chicken breast, diced into 3cm cubes
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1 jar Butter Chicken Simmer Sauce
Pantry staples (not included in the recipe kit):
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Olive oil
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1 cup rice of choice
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Fresh coriander (optional)
- Greek or coconut yoghurt (optional, for garnish)
🍽 Instructions
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Add olive oil to a deep pan and heat to medium.
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Add sliced onion and minced garlic. Sauté until softened.
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Add diced chicken and cook until lightly browned.
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Stir in diced pumpkin and Butter Chicken Simmer Sauce.
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Reduce heat and simmer, covered, while cooking rice according to packet directions.
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Remove lid and stir in green beans. Cook for a further 5 minutes.
- Serve the Butter Chicken over rice. Garnish with yoghurt and fresh coriander if desired.
💡 Tips & Serving Ideas
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Dairy-free version: Use coconut yoghurt as a topping
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Make it vegetarian: Swap chicken for chickpeas or tofu
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Extra veg? Add spinach or grated zucchini in the last 5 minutes
- Bulk it up: Serve with naan, roti, or cauliflower rice for variety
