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Butter Chicken Meatballs

Butter Chicken Meatballs for a Cozy Weeknight Dinner

Delight in these Butter Chicken Meatballs, a unique twist on a classic dish wrapped in creamy tomato gravy, perfect for a cozy dinner.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 meatballs
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Indian
Calories: 250

Ingredients
  

For the Meatballs
  • 1 lb Ground Chicken Substitute with turkey, paneer, or meatless meatballs for variations.
  • 1 large Egg Optional if using a firm meat alternative.
  • 1 cup Breadcrumbs Use gluten-free breadcrumbs if necessary.
For the Gravy
  • 1 cup Plain Tomato Sauce Use homemade or store-bought for convenience.
  • 2 tbsp Butter Substitute with dairy-free butter for a dairy-free option.
  • 1/2 cup Cream Swap with coconut milk or melted dairy-free cream cheese for a dairy-free version.
For Seasoning
  • 1 tbsp Spices (Garam Masala, Cumin, Coriander, etc.) Pre-mixed garam masala can save time.
  • to taste Salt
  • to taste Pepper

Equipment

  • Large mixing bowl
  • Skillet or pot
  • spatula
  • Immersion Blender

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions for Butter Chicken Meatballs
  1. In a large mixing bowl, combine the ground chicken, egg, and breadcrumbs along with garam masala, cumin, coriander, salt, and pepper. Mix thoroughly using your hands or a spatula until everything is well incorporated. Shape the mixture into golf ball-sized meatballs.
  2. Heat a large pot or skillet over medium heat and add a splash of oil. Once hot, carefully place the meatballs in the pot, cooking for about 5–7 minutes until browned on all sides. Remove and set aside.
  3. In the same pot, pour in the plain tomato sauce, scraping up any browned bits. Add the remaining spices and stir well. Bring to a gentle simmer over low-medium heat for about 2–3 minutes.
  4. Use an immersion blender to blend the sauce until smooth. Alternatively, transfer the sauce to a standard blender, blend until creamy, and return to the pot.
  5. Return the browned meatballs to the pot, gently coating them in the tomato gravy. Allow to simmer for about 5 minutes on low heat.
  6. Stir in the cream and butter, cooking on low heat for another 2-3 minutes until heated thoroughly.

Nutrition

Serving: 1meatballCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 15gProtein: 20gFat: 14gSaturated Fat: 8gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 80mgSodium: 400mgPotassium: 300mgFiber: 1gSugar: 4gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 30mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Store leftover meatballs in an airtight container for up to 3 days or freeze for up to 3 months. Reheat on stovetop or microwave.

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