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A vibrant bowl of butter chicken with rich orange sauce, garnished with fresh cilantro, served alongside fluffy basmati rice on a rustic wooden table, styled simply with natural light highlighting the glossy sauce and tender chicken pieces.

Easy Slow Cooker Indian Butter Chicken for Effortless Flavorful Dinners

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A creamy, savory Indian butter chicken cooked effortlessly in the slow cooker, infused with spices, tender chicken pieces, and rich tomato sauce, served hot with rice or naan.

  • Total Time: 6 hours 10 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings

Ingredients

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  • 1.5 lbs chicken thighs, boneless and skinless
  • 1 cup tomato sauce
  • 1/2 cup heavy cream
  • 1/4 cup butter
  • 3 garlic cloves, minced
  • 1 tablespoon garam masala
  • 1 teaspoon cumin powder
  • 1 teaspoon paprika
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon turmeric
  • Fresh cilantro for garnish

Instructions

  1. Place chicken thighs in the slow cooker.
  2. In a bowl, mix tomato sauce, spices, garlic, and butter, then pour over chicken.
  3. Cook on low for 6 hours or high for 4 hours.
  4. Shred chicken, stir in heavy cream, and cook for an additional 15 minutes.
  5. Garnish with cilantro before serving.

Notes

  • You can substitute chicken breasts for thighs if preferred.
  • Adjust spice levels to taste.
  • Serve with steamed rice or naan bread for a complete meal.
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 6 hours
  • Method: Slow Cooker
  • Cuisine: Indian
  • Diet: Gluten-Free

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 bowl
  • Calories: 400 kcal Kcal
  • Sugar: 5 g
  • Sodium: 650 mg
  • Fat: 25 g
  • Saturated Fat: 15 g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 8 g
  • Trans Fat: 0 g
  • Carbohydrates: 14 g
  • Fiber: 3 g
  • Protein: 35 g
  • Cholesterol: 125 mg