Description
Indulge in the delightful flavors of Slow Cooker Butter Chicken, a dish that effortlessly combines tender chicken with a creamy, rich curry sauce. This easy-to-make recipe is perfect for busy weeknights or special gatherings, requiring minimal effort while delivering maximum flavor. With an aromatic blend of spices and the convenience of a slow cooker, you can savor every bite of this beloved Indian classic. Serve it over fluffy rice or warm naan for a comforting meal that will impress your family and friends alike.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 lbs chicken breasts (or thighs)
- 1 cup plain Greek yogurt
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 large onion
- 5 cloves garlic
- 14 oz tomato sauce
- 1 cup evaporated milk
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
- Spices: garam masala, turmeric, cumin, red chili powder
Instructions
- Marinate chicken in yogurt and spices for at least 30 minutes.
- Heat olive oil and butter in the slow cooker; sauté onions until translucent.
- Add garlic, ginger, and other ingredients to the cooker with marinated chicken.
- Cook on low for 6-8 hours or high for 3-4 hours until chicken is tender.
- Serve hot over rice or with naan.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 6 hours
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Slow Cooking
- Cuisine: Indian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 360
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 710mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 14g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 95mg