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A vibrant bowl of butter chicken with rich orange sauce, garnished with fresh cilantro, served alongside fluffy rice on a rustic wooden table, styled simply with a spoon.

Effortless Slow Cooker Indian Butter Chicken

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A flavorful and easy slow cooker Indian Butter Chicken recipe using tender chicken in a creamy, spiced tomato sauce. Perfect for a hassle-free dinner.

  • Total Time: 6 hours 10 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings

Ingredients

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  • 1.5 lbs chicken breasts or thighs, cubed
  • 1 cup tomato sauce
  • 1/2 cup heavy cream
  • 1/4 cup butter
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tbsp garam masala
  • 1 tsp cumin
  • 1 tsp paprika
  • 1/2 tsp turmeric
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. Place chicken cubes in the slow cooker.
  2. Add tomato sauce, garlic, spices, salt, and pepper.
  3. Cook on low for 6 hours.
  4. Stir in butter and heavy cream before serving.
  5. Serve hot with rice or naan.

Notes

Adjust spice levels to taste. For a thicker sauce, cook uncovered for the last 30 minutes. Use coconut cream for dairy-free option.

  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 6 hours
  • Method: Slow Cooker
  • Cuisine: Indian
  • Diet: Gluten-Free

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 bowl
  • Calories: 350 Kcal
  • Sugar: 6g
  • Sodium: 600mg
  • Fat: 22g
  • Saturated Fat: 12g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 8g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 12g
  • Fiber: 2g
  • Protein: 30g
  • Cholesterol: 90mg