Butter Chickpeas Recipe: A Rich, Creamy Twist on the Classic Butter Chicken

Name: Butter Chickpeas Recipe: A Rich, Creamy Twist on the Classic Butter Chicken
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 20 min
Total time: 30 min
Cuisine: Asian, Indian
Ingredients: ¼ cup butter (or coconut oil for vegan option); 1 red onion, finely diced; 4 garlic cloves, minced; 1 tbsp grated ginger; 4 tbsp tomato paste; 1 cup heavy cream (or coconut milk); ½ cup water; 1 tbsp honey; 1 can chickpeas (540 ml), drained and rinsed; ½ cup Greek yogurt (optional); Juice of 1 lime; 1 tsp garam masala; 1 tsp smoked paprika; ½ tsp cumin; ½ tsp chili powder; ¼ tsp coriander; Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

Prep:10minCook:20min

Make a comforting, Indian-inspired dish with Butter Chickpeas! This creamy tomato-based curry is packed with chickpeas, spices, and a rich, buttery sauce. Serve with naan or rice for a cozy, satisfying meal ready in just 30 minutes.

Updated at: Fri, 04 Sep 2026 13:59:32 GMT