Description
Crockpot Butter Chicken is a cozy, flavorful dish that turns simple ingredients into a silky, aromatic Indian-inspired feast with minimal effort.
Ingredients
- 2 lbs boneless chicken thighs
- 3 tbsp butter
- 1 cup tomato paste or puree
- 1 cup heavy cream or coconut milk
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tbsp fresh ginger, grated
- 1 large onion, chopped
- 2 tsp garam masala
- 1 tsp curry powder
- 1 tsp paprika or chili powder (optional)
- Salt and black pepper to taste
- Fresh cilantro for garnish
Instructions
- Layer ingredients in the slow cooker: chicken, onion, garlic, ginger, tomato paste, butter, and spices.
- Pour cream or coconut milk over everything and stir lightly.
- Cook on low for 6–7 hours or on high for 3–4 hours until chicken is tender.
- Stir sauce well to blend butter and spices evenly.
- For thicker sauce, cook uncovered on high for 15–20 minutes or stir in cornstarch slurry (1 tbsp cornstarch + 2 tbsp water).
- Taste and adjust salt or spice level as desired.
- Garnish with chopped cilantro or a swirl of cream before serving.
Notes
Use coconut milk for a dairy-free version. For extra heat, add more chili powder or jalapeño. To avoid curdling, add cream in the last 15 minutes of cooking.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 6 hours
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Slow Cooker
- Cuisine: Indian