Is Butter Chicken the new Bolognese?

From pasta to curry night - how the tables turned

Butter Chicken shares everything Aussies love about Bolognese - comfort, flavour and versatility, but brings a new world of spice and warmth to the table. Families are loving how easy it is to cook and serve in different ways. It’s perfect with rice or naan, but also works brilliantly in pies, tacos and even lasagne. The options are endless, and that’s exactly what’s made it such a hit.

Three quick and delicious ways to enjoy Australia’s new favourite

1. The Classic: Butter Chicken Simmer Sauce

For busy nights when you want full flavour without fuss, Passage to India’s Butter Chicken Simmer Sauce is the go-to. It’s the classic everyone loves — rich, creamy and ready in minutes.

Quick Butter Chicken – a comforting dinner that’s faster than takeaway

Butter Chicken Enchiladas – a saucy fusion bake wrapped in tortillas

Butter Chicken Roti Bowls – fresh, hands-on and perfect for sharing

2. For home cooks who love to experiment: Butter Chicken Paste

If you like to make it your own, Passage to India Butter Chicken Paste gives you all the aromatic flavour and flexibility to get creative. Perfect for roasting, marinating or adding to veggies for an extra kick.

Butter Chicken and Vegetable Fritters – perfect for lunchboxes, snacks or light dinners

3. For slow-cooked comfort: Slow Cooker Butter Chicken Sauce

There’s something special about letting dinner cook itself. The Passage to India Slow Cooker Simmer Sauce makes it easy to create rich, tender, slow-cooked meals with minimal effort.

Slow Cooker Butter Chicken Lasagne – a mash-up of two classics that just works

Slow Cooker Butter Chicken Naan Tacos – saucy, fun and great for family night

Slow Cooked Butter Chicken Sausages – a clever way to turn sausages into something new

So, is Butter Chicken the new Bolognese?

We’ll always have a soft spot for Bolognese - it’s a true classic for a reason. But there’s no denying that Butter Chicken has earned a place right beside it as Australia’s new family favourite. With its comforting flavour, easy prep and endless serving options, it’s the meal that keeps everyone happy, no matter how you make it.

Find your favourite Butter Chicken recipes and discover more ways to cook with Passage to India.

Butter Chicken Simmer Sauce

Butter Chicken Curry Paste

Slow Cook Butter Chicken