Slow Cooker Butter Chicken
A cozy and comforting dish of slow-cooked butter chicken with rich flavors, perfect for family dinners.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 360 minutes
- Total Time: 375 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Slow Cooking
- Cuisine: Indian
- Diet: Gluten-Free
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 lbs Chicken Breast or Thighs
- 1/2 cup Unsalted Butter
- 1 medium Onion, chopped
- 4 cloves Garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon Fresh Ginger, grated
- 1 cup Tomato Sauce
- 1 cup Heavy Cream or Coconut Milk
- 2 teaspoons Garam Masala
- 1 teaspoon Cumin
- 1 teaspoon Coriander
- Salt and Black Pepper, to taste
- Fresh Cilantro for Garnish
Instructions
- Prepare the Chicken: Cut your chicken into bite-sized pieces.
- Sauté the Onions: Melt butter in a skillet, add onion, and cook until translucent.
- Add Garlic and Ginger: Toss in garlic and ginger, cooking for another minute.
- Combine Ingredients: Add onions, chicken, tomato sauce, spices, salt, and pepper to the slow cooker.
- Add the Cream: Stir in heavy cream or coconut milk.
- Cook Slow and Steady: Set the cooker on low for 6-8 hours or high for 3-4 hours.
- Cool Down and Garnish: Let sit, adjust seasoning, and garnish with cilantro before serving.
Notes
Serve over basmati rice or with naan bread for the perfect meal. Feel free to adapt the recipe with vegetables or spices to suit your taste.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 120mg
Keywords: slow cooker, butter chicken, Indian recipe, comfort food, cozy meal