Slow Cooker Butter Chicken Recipe

Slow Cooker Butter Chicken Recipe

8 servings
Slow Cooker Butter Chicken is an easy dinner that the whole family loves. Throw it in a crockpot and enjoy creamy chicken over rice with warm naan bread. 

Ingredients

  • can diced tomatoes

    undrained

    1
  • yellow onion

    quartered

    ½ large
  • garlic

    minced

    6 cloves
  • minced ginger
    1 tbsp
  • garam masala
    1 tbsp
  • sugar)

    (use monkfruit for keto version

    1 tbsp
  • chili powder
    1 tsp
  • ground tumeric
    1 tsp
  • ground cumin
    1 tsp
  • ground coriander
    1 tsp
  • kosher salt

    coarse salt

    1 tsp
  • can tomato sauce

    undrained

    1
  • boneless skinless chicken thighs

    trimmed of fat and cut into bite sized pieces), (chicken breasts can be used as well

    4 lb
  • butter

    cut into cubes

    4 tbsp
  • heavy cream)

    (or sub full fat coconut milk

    1 c

Directions

  1. 1

    In a food processor or blender, blend together the diced tomatoes, onion, garlic, spices, and sugar until as smooth as possible.

  2. 2

    Pour mixture into the slow cooker, add the tomato sauce and place chicken pieces and butter in as well. Give it a stir and cook on high for 3-4 hours or on low for 6-8 hours or until chicken is done.

  3. 3

    Stir in cream and cook for 30 minutes on low to thicken. Add salt and pepper to taste! Serve over white rice and with warm naan. Garnish with fresh cilantro if desired.

Slow Cooker Butter Chicken Recipe

Slow Cooker Butter Chicken Recipe

255 min8 servings440 cal

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About this Recipe

Craving a comforting, creamy butter chicken that practically makes itself? This Slow Cooker Butter Chicken recipe delivers an incredibly flavorful, family-loved dinner with minimal effort, allowing you to enjoy authentic tastes right at home.

The magic of this butter chicken lies in the slow cooker, which gently coaxes out deep, aromatic flavors from a blend of spices like garam masala, turmeric, and cumin. Your chicken thighs become incredibly tender, simmering in a rich tomato and cream sauce that’s both indulgent and utterly satisfying. It's the perfect solution for a hearty meal on a busy weeknight.

Prepare for a wonderfully aromatic experience as your kitchen fills with the irresistible scent of Indian spices. You'll be treated to succulent, fall-apart chicken pieces bathed in a thick, velvety orange-hued sauce. Each bite offers a harmonious balance of sweet, savory, and subtly spiced notes, characteristic of a classic butter chicken, but with the ease only a slow cooker can provide. This dish offers a rich, comforting texture that pairs beautifully with fluffy rice and warm naan.

Feel free to adapt this recipe to your preferences. While chicken thighs offer unparalleled tenderness, you can certainly use boneless skinless chicken breasts if you prefer. For a lighter touch or a dairy-free option, full-fat coconut milk makes an excellent substitute for heavy cream, imparting a subtle tropical note. If you're managing sugar intake, monkfruit can replace sugar for a keto-friendly version without sacrificing sweetness.

This Slow Cooker Butter Chicken is ideal for a cozy family dinner or when hosting friends, offering a fuss-free yet impressive meal. Serve it generously over steamed rice to soak up every drop of that luscious sauce, and don't forget plenty of warm naan bread for dipping.

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