Slow Cooker Indian Butter Chicken
Indulge in the rich, creamy goodness of Slow Cooker Indian Butter Chicken. This delightful dish features tender chicken simmered in a fragrant sauce infused with spices, tomatoes, and coconut milk. Perfect for impressing guests or enjoying a cozy family dinner, this easy recipe allows you to create an aromatic masterpiece with minimal effort. Serve it with fluffy naan or steamed rice for a truly satisfying meal that will have everyone coming back for more.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 6 hours
- Total Time: 6 hours 15 minutes
- Yield: Serves approximately 6
- Category: Main
- Method: Slow Cooking
- Cuisine: Indian
Ingredients
Scale
- 3–4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5 lbs)
- 4 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon fresh ginger, grated
- 1 can (14.5 oz) diced tomatoes
- 1 can (13.5 oz) full-fat coconut milk
- 4 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 2 teaspoons garam masala
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1 teaspoon ground coriander
- 1 tablespoon sugar or honey
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh cilantro for garnish
Instructions
- Dice chicken into bite-sized pieces and mince garlic and ginger.
- Add chicken, garlic, ginger, diced tomatoes, coconut milk, and spices to the slow cooker; mix well.
- Season with salt, pepper, and sugar or honey; stir again to coat chicken.
- Cover and cook on low for 6-7 hours or high for 3-4 hours until chicken is tender.
- About 15 minutes before serving, stir in butter until melted and creamy.
- Garnish with fresh cilantro and serve with naan or rice.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 360
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 620mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 14g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 16g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 24g
- Cholesterol: 95mg
Keywords: For enhanced flavor, brown the chicken in a skillet before adding it to the slow cooker. Customize by adding vegetables like spinach or using cream instead of coconut milk.