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Slow cooker butter chicken

Savory Slow Cooker Butter Chicken for Effortless Weeknight Dinners

Experience the rich, creamy flavors of slow cooker butter chicken, an effortless weeknight dinner perfect for busy families.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 3 hours
Additional Cooking Time 30 minutes
Total Time 3 hours 45 minutes
Servings: 4 people
Course: Chicken
Cuisine: Indian
Calories: 450
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken
  • 2 pounds Skinless, boneless chicken thighs or breasts
For the Sauce
  • 1 cup Plain yogurt Substitute with coconut yogurt for a dairy-free option.
  • 2 tablespoons Garam masala
  • 1 teaspoon Ground cardamom Consider using 3 pods for a fresher flavor.
  • 1 teaspoon Ground cumin
  • 1 teaspoon Ground coriander
  • 1 teaspoon Paprika Use smoked paprika for a flavor boost.
  • 1 cup Tomato puree Tomato paste can also be used for thicker texture.
  • 1 medium Onion Finely chopped.
  • 4 cloves Garlic Freshly crushed is recommended.
  • 1 tablespoon Fresh ginger Delivered zesty note when freshly crushed.
  • 1 cup Cream Can be swapped for coconut cream.
  • 1 tablespoon Sugar Adjust to taste.
  • to taste Salt and pepper Essential for seasoning.
For Garnish
  • 1/4 cup Fresh cilantro Chopped.

Equipment

  • Slow Cooker

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Begin by cutting skinless, boneless chicken thighs or breasts into bite-sized pieces. Season with half of the garam masala and a pinch of salt. If time allows, sear the chicken in a hot skillet for 3-4 minutes until lightly browned.
  2. In your slow cooker, combine the seared chicken with plain yogurt, remaining garam masala, cardamom, cumin, coriander, and paprika. Add the tomato puree, finely chopped onion, crushed garlic, and freshly grated ginger. Stir well to ensure the chicken is coated in the sauce.
  3. Set your slow cooker to high for 2-3 hours or low for 6-7 hours, until the chicken is tender and the sauce has thickened.
  4. Once the cooking time is nearly complete, add the cream and stir well. Adjust seasoning with sugar, salt, and pepper according to your palate. Allow to cook on high for an additional 30 minutes.
  5. Serve over fluffy basmati rice or warm naan. Garnish with freshly chopped cilantro.

Nutrition

Serving: 1plateCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 30gFat: 25gSaturated Fat: 15gPolyunsaturated Fat: 5gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 100mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 3gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 150mgIron: 3mg

Notes

This dish is perfect for meal prep as the flavors deepen. Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 2 days or freeze for up to 3 months.

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