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Amberly Vahn

Cozy Slow Cooker Butter Chicken

A delicious slow cooker Butter Chicken that brings warmth and comfort to your dining table with minimal effort.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 8 hours
Total Time 8 hours
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Indian
Calories: 400
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

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  • 2 lb. boneless, skinless chicken thighs, cut into bite-sized pieces
  • 1 large onion, finely chopped
  • 4 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 Tbsp. fresh ginger, grated
  • 2 tsp. garam masala
  • 1 tsp. turmeric
  • 1 tsp. ground coriander
  • 1 tsp. ground cumin
  • 1 tsp. chili powder adjust to taste
  • 1 can (15 ounces) crushed tomatoes
  • 1 cup full-fat coconut milk
  • 1/4 cup unsalted butter
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Fresh cilantro, chopped for garnish

Equipment

  • Slow cooker

Method
 

  1. In the slow cooker, combine the chicken thighs with the chopped onion, minced garlic, and grated ginger.
  2. Sprinkle the garam masala, turmeric, coriander, cumin, and chili powder over the chicken.
  3. Pour in the crushed tomatoes and coconut milk, stirring gently to combine.
  4. Add the unsalted butter and season with salt and pepper to taste.
  5. Cover and cook on low for 6-8 hours or on high for 3-4 hours, until the chicken is tender and easily shreds with a fork.
  6. Before serving, give it a good stir and taste for seasoning once more. Serve over fluffy basmati rice or with warm naan and garnish generously with chopped cilantro.

Notes

This dish can be prepared in advance; simply add the ingredients to the slow cooker and refrigerate overnight until ready to cook.