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A bowls of rich, creamy butter chicken with a golden brown sauce, garnished with fresh cilantro, served alongside fluffy white rice on a rustic wooden table, with a soft focus background highlighting the glossy sauce and tender chicken pieces.

Creamy Crockpot Butter Chicken Delight

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A flavorful and creamy butter chicken cooked slowly to perfection in a crockpot, served with rice or naan for a comforting meal.

  • Total Time: 6 hours 40 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings

Ingredients

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  • 1.5 lbs boneless chicken thighs, cut into pieces
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter
  • 1 can (14 oz) tomato sauce
  • 4 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tablespoon garam masala
  • 1 teaspoon cumin
  • 1 teaspoon paprika
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Fresh cilantro for garnish
  • Cooked rice or naan for serving

Instructions

  1. Place chicken pieces into the crockpot.
  2. Add garlic, spices, tomato sauce, and butter.
  3. Stir well to combine and cook on low for 6 hours.
  4. Stir in heavy cream during the last 30 minutes and cook for an additional 30 minutes.
  5. Garnish with cilantro and serve over rice or with naan.

Notes

  • Adjust seasoning to taste. For spicier flavor, add red chili flakes.
  • Can be made with chicken breasts, but thighs are more flavorful and tender.
  • Serve with a side of steamed vegetables for a balanced meal.
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 6.5 hours
  • Method: Slow Cooker
  • Cuisine: Indian-inspired
  • Diet: Gluten-Free

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 bowl
  • Calories: 520 kcal Kcal
  • Sugar: 6 g
  • Sodium: 650 mg
  • Fat: 35 g
  • Saturated Fat: 20 g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 10 g
  • Trans Fat: 0 g
  • Carbohydrates: 30 g
  • Fiber: 4 g
  • Protein: 40 g
  • Cholesterol: 150 mg