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Slow Cooker Butter Chicken

Creamy Slow Cooker Butter Chicken for Effortless Comfort

Experience the delightful flavors of Slow Cooker Butter Chicken, a creamy, comforting dish made effortlessly in your slow cooker.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 6 hours
Total Time 6 hours 15 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Chicken
Cuisine: Indian
Calories: 450

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken
  • 1.5 pounds Boneless, Skinless Chicken Breast
  • 1 cup Chicken Broth
For the Sauce
  • 2 tablespoons Olive Oil
  • 1 medium Onion diced
  • 3 cloves Garlic minced
  • 1 tablespoon Ginger grated
  • 1 14-ounce can Diced Tomatoes
  • 1 cup Heavy Cream can be substituted with coconut milk
  • 2 tablespoons Butter
For the Spices
  • 2 teaspoons Garam Masala
  • 1 teaspoon Ground Turmeric
  • 1 teaspoon Ground Cumin
  • 1 teaspoon Chili Powder
  • 0.5 teaspoon Ground Cinnamon
  • 0.5 teaspoon Ground Cardamom
  • 0.25 teaspoon Ground Cloves
  • Salt & Black Pepper to taste

Equipment

  • Slow Cooker
  • Skillet

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions for Slow Cooker Butter Chicken
  1. Start by heating 2 tablespoons of olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add one diced onion and sauté for about 5 minutes until it's softened and translucent.
  2. Next, stir in 3 cloves of minced garlic and 1 tablespoon of grated ginger, cooking for an additional 1-2 minutes until the mixture is fragrant and aromatic.
  3. Sprinkle in 2 teaspoons of garam masala, 1 teaspoon of ground turmeric, 1 teaspoon of ground cumin, 1 teaspoon of chili powder, ½ teaspoon of ground cinnamon, ½ teaspoon of ground cardamom, and ¼ teaspoon of ground cloves, along with salt and pepper to taste. Stir these spices into the aromatics and cook for 1 minute.
  4. Transfer the sautéed mixture into your slow cooker. Add 1.5 pounds of boneless, skinless chicken breast, along with one 14-ounce can of diced tomatoes and 1 cup of chicken broth. Gently mix everything together until the chicken is well-coated in the fragrant mixture.
  5. Cover the slow cooker and set it on low heat. Allow the Slow Cooker Butter Chicken to cook for 4-6 hours, or until the chicken is fork-tender.
  6. Once the cooking time is complete, use two forks to shred the tender chicken right in the slow cooker.
  7. Stir in 1 cup of heavy cream and 2 tablespoons of butter into the slow cooker, mixing thoroughly until melted and blended into the sauce.
  8. Taste your creation and adjust seasonings if necessary. Let the dish sit covered for 10-15 minutes before serving.
  9. Spoon the creamy Slow Cooker Butter Chicken over fluffy basmati rice or serve it alongside warm naan.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 37gFat: 28gSaturated Fat: 15gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 130mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 2gSugar: 4gVitamin A: 800IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 100mgIron: 3mg

Notes

Perfect for busy weeknights and serves well at family gatherings. Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3-4 days.

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