Flavorful Crockpot Butter Chicken for Easy Weeknight Dinners
Indulge in the comforting flavors of Flavorful Crockpot Butter Chicken, a dish that transforms simple ingredients into a rich and satisfying meal. This easy weeknight dinner features tender chicken thighs simmered in a creamy, spiced tomato sauce, making it perfect for busy evenings or casual gatherings. With minimal prep and a slow-cooking process that melds spices beautifully, this recipe will soon become a family favorite. Serve it with warm naan or fluffy rice to soak up every last bite of the delicious sauce.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 4 hours
- Total Time: 4 hours 15 minutes
- Yield: Serves 6
- Category: Main
- Method: Slow Cooking
- Cuisine: Indian
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
- Prepare all ingredients by finely dicing the onions, mincing the garlic, and measuring spices.
- In the slow cooker, combine oil, onion, ginger paste, garlic, spices, and diced tomatoes. Top with chicken thighs.
- Cover and cook on low for 4 hours until chicken is tender.
- Stir in butter and cream until well combined; let simmer on low for an additional 30 minutes.
- Serve hot, garnished with cilantro, alongside warm naan or rice.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (250g)
- Calories: 380
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 24g
- Cholesterol: 90mg