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Crockpot Butter Chicken in a creamy sauce with spices and tender chicken pieces.

Crockpot Butter Chicken

This Crockpot Butter Chicken turns everyday chicken thighs into a silky, aromatic curry with minimal effort, ideal for busy weeknights or as an impressive meal.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 7 hours
Total Time 7 hours 15 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: Indian
Calories: 500
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 2 lbs boneless, skinless chicken thighs Use chicken thighs for the best texture; breasts can dry out in long slow cooking.
  • 1 cup heavy cream Or full-fat coconut milk for a dairy-free swap.
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter Can be stirred in just before serving for shine.
Aromatics and Spices
  • 1 onion, chopped
  • 4 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 inch fresh ginger, grated
  • 2 tablespoons garam masala Add cayenne for extra heat if desired.
  • 1 teaspoon ground cumin
  • 1 teaspoon paprika
  • 1 can (14 oz) crushed tomatoes
  • Salt and pepper to taste
Garnish
  • Fresh cilantro for garnish Add freshness before serving.

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Put the chopped onion, minced garlic, and grated ginger into the crockpot.
  2. Add the crushed tomatoes, garam masala, cumin, paprika, and salt and pepper. Stir to combine.
  3. Arrange the chicken thighs on top of the tomato-spice mixture in a single layer.
Cooking
  1. Cover and cook on low for 6 to 7 hours or on high for 3 to 4 hours.
  2. Once cooked, remove the chicken and shred it with two forks.
  3. Return the shredded chicken to the crockpot and stir in the heavy cream and butter until smooth.
  4. Let everything heat together for an additional 10 to 15 minutes on low.
Serving
  1. Taste and adjust salt and pepper. If the sauce is too thick, stir in a splash of water or chicken stock.
  2. Serve hot over rice or with warm naan, garnished with chopped fresh cilantro.

Nutrition

Serving: 1Calories: 500kcalCarbohydrates: 12gProtein: 30gFat: 40gSaturated Fat: 25gSodium: 800mgFiber: 2gSugar: 3g

Notes

For added depth, quickly sear the chicken thighs before adding them to the crockpot. For variations, consider using coconut milk and oil for dairy-free, or adjust the butter for lighter options.

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