Description
Indulge in the comforting flavors of Flavorful Crockpot Butter Chicken, a perfect solution for busy weeknights. This easy-to-make dish features tender chicken thighs simmered in a creamy, spiced tomato sauce that is both rich and satisfying. With minimal prep time and a slow cooker doing most of the work, this recipe is ideal for family dinners or when you simply want a hearty meal without the hassle. Serve it warm over rice or with naan to soak up all that delicious sauce, and watch your family enjoy every bite!
Ingredients
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- 2 tablespoons Coconut Oil (or Olive Oil)
- 1.5 cups Yellow Onion (finely diced)
- 2 tablespoons Ginger Paste
- 4 cloves Minced Garlic (fresh preferred)
- 2 teaspoons Smoked Paprika (or regular paprika)
- 2 teaspoons Ground Cumin
- 1 teaspoon Ground Turmeric
- 1 teaspoon Salt (adjust to taste)
- 2 teaspoons Garam Masala
- 1/2 teaspoon Red Pepper Flakes (optional)
- 1 teaspoon Sugar (optional)
- 28 ounces Diced Tomatoes (fire-roasted preferred)
- 2 pounds Boneless Skinless Chicken Thighs
- 4 tablespoons Unsalted Butter (or coconut oil for dairy-free)
- 1 cup Heavy Cream (or coconut cream for dairy-free)
- 1/4 cup Finely Chopped Cilantro (optional)
- 1 package Naan (warm)
- 2 cups Cooked Rice (warm)
Instructions
- Gather all ingredients. Chop the onions and mince the garlic.
- In the slow cooker, add coconut oil, diced onions, ginger paste, minced garlic, smoked paprika, ground cumin, turmeric, salt, garam masala, red pepper flakes (if using), sugar (if using), and diced tomatoes. Mix well.
- Place chicken thighs into the sauce mixture in the slow cooker, ensuring they are mostly submerged.
- Cover and cook on low for 4 hours or high for 2 hours until chicken is tender.
- Stir in unsalted butter or coconut oil and heavy cream or coconut cream until melted and blended.
- Garnish with cilantro (optional) and serve hot with naan or rice.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 4 hours
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Slow Cooking
- Cuisine: Indian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 370
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 650mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 14g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 16g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 100mg