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Slow Cooker Butter Chicken


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  • Author: Liza Hamilton
  • Total Time: 6 hours 15 minutes
  • Yield: Serves 6

Description

Slow Cooker Butter Chicken is a rich and creamy Indian-inspired dish that brings restaurant-quality flavors to your table with minimal effort. This recipe features tender chicken simmered in a luscious tomato sauce, infused with aromatic spices like curry powder and ginger. Perfect for busy weeknights or special gatherings, serve it over fluffy rice or alongside warm naan for a comforting meal that your family and friends will rave about.


Ingredients

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  • 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5 lbs)
  • 4 cloves fresh garlic, minced
  • 1-inch piece fresh ginger, grated
  • 1 can (13.5 oz) full-fat coconut milk
  • 3 tbsp curry powder
  • 3 tbsp tomato paste
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. Chop the chicken breasts into bite-sized pieces for even cooking.
  2. In a skillet over medium heat, sauté the minced garlic and grated ginger in a bit of oil until fragrant, about 1 minute.
  3. Transfer the sautéed mixture to a slow cooker and add the chicken pieces.
  4. Pour in the coconut milk, tomato paste, curry powder, and stir well.
  5. Set the slow cooker to low heat and cook for 6 hours, or until chicken is fork-tender.
  6. Season with salt and pepper before serving over rice or with naan.
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 360 minutes
  • Category: Main
  • Method: Slow Cooking
  • Cuisine: Indian

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 cup (approximately 245g)
  • Calories: 350
  • Sugar: 3g
  • Sodium: 600mg
  • Fat: 20g
  • Saturated Fat: 12g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 8g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 15g
  • Fiber: 2g
  • Protein: 28g
  • Cholesterol: 95mg