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Slow Cooker Butter Chicken


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  • Author: Chef Emma
  • Total Time: 375 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x
  • Diet: Gluten-Free

Description

A creamy and comforting butter chicken dish that is effortlessly cooked in a slow cooker, perfect for chilly evenings or busy weeknights.


Ingredients

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  • 2 lbs chicken thighs, boneless and skinless
  • 1 onion, finely chopped
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 inch ginger, grated
  • 1 can (14 oz) crushed tomatoes
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 2 tbsp butter
  • 2 tbsp garam masala
  • 1 tsp cumin
  • 1 tsp paprika
  • Salt to taste
  • Fresh cilantro for garnish

Instructions

  1. Add the chicken, onion, garlic, ginger, and crushed tomatoes to a slow cooker.
  2. Sprinkle with garam masala, cumin, paprika, and salt.
  3. Cook on low for 360 minutes or high for 240 minutes until the chicken is cooked through.
  4. Stir in the heavy cream and butter, and let it warm up for about 30 minutes.
  5. Serve over rice or with naan, garnished with fresh cilantro.

Notes

For best results, prepare the chicken and spices the night before and refrigerate. This dish can also be made vegetarian by using chickpeas or diced potatoes.

  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 360 minutes
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Slow Cooking
  • Cuisine: Indian

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 cup
  • Calories: 350
  • Sugar: 5g
  • Sodium: 600mg
  • Fat: 22g
  • Saturated Fat: 12g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 8g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 10g
  • Fiber: 2g
  • Protein: 25g
  • Cholesterol: 90mg