Slow Cooker Indian Butter Chicken
A creamy, spiced masterpiece featuring tender chicken thighs slow-cooked to perfection, ideal for a comforting meal.
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 2 lbs boneless, skinless chicken thighs, cut into bite-sized pieces
- 1 large onion, finely chopped
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon ginger, freshly grated
- 1 tablespoon garam masala
- 1 tablespoon ground cumin
- 1.5 teaspoons ground turmeric
- 1 teaspoon chili powder
- 1 teaspoon ground coriander
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1.5 teaspoons salt
- 1 can (15 oz) tomato puree
- 1.25 cups heavy cream
- 0.25 cup unsalted butter, cut into pieces
- 1 tablespoon sugar
- 0.25 cup fresh cilantro leaves, chopped (for garnish)
- Cooked basmati rice or naan, for serving
Instructions
Preparation
- Gather all your ingredients.
- In a medium bowl, mix together the garam masala, ground cumin, ground turmeric, chili powder, ground coriander, and salt.
- Place the finely chopped onion, minced garlic, and freshly grated ginger at the bottom of the slow cooker.
- Layer the cut chicken thighs on top of the onion mixture.
- Sprinkle the prepared spice mix over the chicken and onions.
- Pour the tomato puree over the ingredients in the slow cooker.
Cooking
- Cover the slow cooker and cook on low for 6-7 hours or on high for 3-4 hours.
- About 30 minutes before serving, stir in the heavy cream and butter.
- Taste the sauce and adjust seasoning if necessary, adding sugar to balance flavors.
Serving
- Serve the butter chicken in bowls, garnished with freshly chopped cilantro.
- Pair with basmati rice or naan to soak up the delicious sauce.
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Notes
Use boneless, skinless chicken thighs for the best flavor and tenderness. Substitute coconut cream for a dairy-free option if desired.