Slow Cooker Indian Butter Chicken
A delightful dish with tender chicken thighs simmered in a creamy tomato sauce, featuring aromatic spices, perfect for any day of the week.
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 2 lbs boneless, skinless chicken thighs, cut into bite-sized pieces Use good-quality chicken for the best flavor.
- 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 Adjust for heat preference.
- 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 Helps balance flavors.
- 0.25 cup fresh cilantro leaves, chopped (for garnish) For garnishing.
- as needed cooked basmati rice or naan, for serving
Instructions
Preparation
- Gather all ingredients and set aside a bowl for mixing spices.
- Combine garam masala, cumin, turmeric, chili powder, coriander, and salt in a bowl.
- Prepare the slow cooker; place chopped onion, minced garlic, and grated ginger in the pot.
- Layer bite-sized chicken thighs evenly over the onion mixture.
- Sprinkle the mixed spices evenly over the chicken and onions.
- Pour the tomato puree over the chicken, ensuring it covers everything.
Cooking
- Set slow cooker to low for 6 to 7 hours or high for 3 to 4 hours.
- About 30 minutes before serving, stir in the heavy cream and butter pieces.
- Adjust seasoning, noting the option to add sugar if necessary for balance.
- Ladle butter chicken into bowls and garnish with cilantro.
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Notes
For customization, consider adding spinach or peas for added nutrition. For vegetarian options, use chickpeas or paneer instead of chicken.