Description
Butter Chicken Slow Cooker is a mouthwatering Indian classic that combines tender chicken thighs with a creamy, spiced tomato sauce. This effortless dish simmers to perfection in your slow cooker, infusing your home with tantalizing aromas. Ideal for cozy nights or entertaining friends, this recipe promises rich flavors and convenience, allowing you to enjoy restaurant-quality butter chicken right at home.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 lbs boneless chicken thighs
- 4 tbsp butter
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1-inch piece ginger, minced
- 1 (15 oz) can tomato puree
- 1 tsp garam masala
- 1 tsp cumin
- 1 tsp coriander
- 1 cup heavy cream
- Fresh cilantro for garnish
Instructions
- Cut chicken thighs into bite-sized pieces and season with salt and pepper.
- In a skillet, melt half the butter over medium heat. Sauté garlic and ginger until fragrant, about 2 minutes.
- Transfer sautéed mixture to the slow cooker. Add chicken, tomato puree, cumin, coriander, and garam masala; stir to combine.
- Cover and cook on low for 6 hours or high for 3 hours.
- Stir in heavy cream before serving. Serve over basmati rice or with naan, garnished with fresh cilantro.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 6 hours
- Category: Main
- Method: Slow Cooking
- Cuisine: Indian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 540
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 820mg
- Fat: 36g
- Saturated Fat: 20g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 16g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 40g
- Cholesterol: 200mg