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Slow Cooker Butter Chicken

Slow Cooker Butter Chicken: Easy, Creamy Comfort for Everyone

A delicious and easy-to-make slow cooker butter chicken that is creamy and full of flavor.

  • Total Time: 6 hours 15 minutes
  • Yield: 6 servings 1x

Ingredients

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  • 2 pounds boneless, skinless chicken thighs
  • 1 cup onion, chopped
  • 4 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tablespoon ginger, minced
  • 1 tablespoon garam masala
  • 1 teaspoon turmeric
  • 1 teaspoon paprika
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1 can (15 oz) tomato puree
  • 1 cup coconut milk
  • 2 tablespoons butter
  • 1/4 cup cilantro, chopped

Instructions

  1. Place the chicken thighs in the slow cooker.
  2. Add chopped onion, garlic, ginger, and all the spices on top of the chicken.
  3. Pour the tomato puree and coconut milk over the ingredients.
  4. Dot with butter.
  5. Cover and cook on low for 6-8 hours or high for 4 hours.
  6. Once cooked, shred the chicken with two forks and stir to combine.
  7. Garnish with chopped cilantro before serving.

Notes

  • Serve with rice or naan for a complete meal.
  • Adjust spices to taste if you prefer a spicier dish.
  • Author: Souzan
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 6-8 hours
  • Category: Dinner
  • Method: Slow Cooker
  • Cuisine: Indian
  • Diet: Gluten-Free

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 cup
  • Calories: 450
  • Sugar: 3g
  • Sodium: 800mg
  • Fat: 25g
  • Saturated Fat: 15g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 8g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 30g
  • Fiber: 2g
  • Protein: 35g
  • Cholesterol: 100mg

Keywords: Slow Cooker Butter Chicken