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Crockpot Butter Chicken

Crockpot Butter Chicken that's Creamy, Flavorful, and Easy

Enjoy a creamy, flavorful Crockpot Butter Chicken that's perfect for any meal, using healthy ingredients for a guilt-free experience.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 6 hours
Total Time 6 hours 15 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Indian
Calories: 400
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken
  • 2 pounds Chicken Breasts Boneless, skinless
  • 2 tablespoons Olive Oil Can substitute with coconut oil
For the Sauce
  • 3 cloves Garlic Minced; fresh recommended
  • 1 medium Yellow Onion Diced; can substitute with shallots
  • 1 can Coconut Milk Full-fat for richness; low-fat may change texture
  • 2 tablespoons Tomato Paste No substitutions recommended
  • 1 tablespoon Flour To thicken; use cornstarch for gluten-free
  • 1 tablespoon Fresh Ginger Minced; can substitute with ground ginger at 1:3 ratio
  • 1 tablespoon Curry Powder Use garam masala for authentic flavor if desired
  • 1 teaspoon Garam Masala Can substitute with cumin, coriander, and cinnamon
  • 1 teaspoon Chili Powder Adjust to preference; omit for milder taste
For Garnish
  • 1 cup Fresh Cilantro Chopped; optional
  • 1/2 cup Greek Yogurt Optional for creaminess

Equipment

  • Slow Cooker
  • skillet

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add 3 minced garlic cloves and 1 diced yellow onion, cooking until the onion is translucent and fragrant, about 2-3 minutes.
  2. In the skillet with the cooked aromatics, stir in 1 can of full-fat coconut milk, 2 tablespoons of tomato paste, 1 tablespoon of flour, 1 tablespoon of minced fresh ginger, 1 tablespoon of curry powder, 1 teaspoon of garam masala, and 1 teaspoon of chili powder. Cook for another 1-2 minutes, stirring until the mixture begins to thicken slightly and all ingredients are well combined.
  3. Place 2 pounds of raw chicken breasts directly into the slow cooker. Pour the prepared coconut sauce over the chicken, ensuring it is fully coated.
  4. Cover the slow cooker and set it to cook on LOW for 6 hours or on HIGH for 3 hours.
  5. Once cooked, carefully shred the chicken with two forks and spoon the Crockpot Butter Chicken into bowls. Garnish with chopped fresh cilantro and a dollop of Greek yogurt if desired.

Nutrition

Serving: 1bowlCalories: 400kcalCarbohydrates: 10gProtein: 35gFat: 25gSaturated Fat: 15gPolyunsaturated Fat: 5gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 100mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 800mgFiber: 2gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 225IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Ensure the sauce thickens well before adding it to the slow cooker to prevent excess liquid that can dilute the flavor. Adjust spice levels to your preference. This recipe is great for meal prep—double it for leftovers.

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