🍗 Set It & Forget It! ✨ Slow Cooker Butter Chicken Recipe (Ready in 6 Hours!) ⏱️🍲
Thank you for reading this post, don't forget to subscribe!Craving the creamy, spiced goodness of butter chicken but short on time? This Slow Cooker Butter Chicken recipe is here to save the day! 🍛✨ Tender chicken simmers in a rich tomato-cream sauce infused with aromatic spices, all while you go about your day. Perfect for busy weeknights, meal prep, or feeding a crowd, this dish is easy, healthy, and so delicious. Let’s get cooking!
Why You’ll Love This Recipe 💛
✅ Hands-off cooking – set it and forget it!
✅ Healthier twist – lighter but still luxuriously creamy!
✅ Kid-approved – mild, aromatic spices for all palates! 👨👩👧👦
✅ Freezer-friendly – make a big batch for later! ❄️
✅ Authentic flavor – tastes like your favorite Indian restaurant!
Ingredients You’ll Need 🛒
(Serves 6-8)
- 2 lbs boneless chicken thighs, cubed 🍗
- 1 onion, finely chopped 🧅
- 3 garlic cloves, minced 🧄
- 1 tbsp fresh ginger, grated
- 1 (14 oz) can crushed tomatoes 🍅
- 1 cup heavy cream (or coconut milk for dairy-free)
- 2 tbsp tomato paste
- 1 tbsp garam masala
- 1 tsp turmeric
- 1 tsp cumin
- 1 tsp smoked paprika
- 1 tsp sugar
- ½ tsp salt 🧂
- ½ tsp black pepper
- 2 tbsp butter 🧈
- Fresh cilantro for garnish 🌿
Step-by-Step Instructions 📝
1️⃣ Prep the Slow Cooker
- Add chicken, onion, garlic, ginger, crushed tomatoes, tomato paste, garam masala, turmeric, cumin, smoked paprika, sugar, salt, and pepper to the slow cooker. Stir to combine.
2️⃣ Cook Low & Slow
- Cover and cook on low for 6 hours or high for 3-4 hours.
3️⃣ Add Cream & Butter
- Stir in heavy cream and butter. Cook for 15 more minutes on high.
4️⃣ Garnish & Serve!
- Top with fresh cilantro. Serve with basmati rice or naan! 🍚
Nutrition Facts (Per Serving)
(Based on 8 servings)
- Calories: 290
- Protein: 22g
- Fat: 18g
- Carbs: 8g
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 380mg
Cook’s Notes 🌟
🔹 Marinate the chicken – toss in yogurt + spices for 30 mins before cooking for extra flavor!
🔹 Adjust spice level – add cayenne or chili powder for heat! 🌶️
🔹 Dairy-free? – Use coconut milk and vegan butter.
🔹 Freeze leftovers – store in airtight containers for up to 3 months. ❄️
🔹 Skip the slow cooker? – Simmer on the stovetop for 30-40 mins.
Serving Ideas 🍽️
- Classic Pairing: Fluffy basmati rice + garlic naan 🥖
- Low-Carb Twist: Cauliflower rice + cucumber raita 🥒
- Party Platter: Serve with samosas + mango chutney 🌶️
- Meal Prep: Portion into containers with steamed veggies! 🍱
Why Slow Cooker Butter Chicken? 🍲
This recipe is weeknight magic! The slow cooker does all the work, infusing the chicken with rich, spiced flavors while keeping it tender and juicy. It’s gluten-free adaptable, dairy-free optional, and perfect for beginners—swap in tofu for a vegetarian twist or add spinach for extra greens.
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Love this? Try our [Slow Cooker Chicken Tikka Masala] or [Vegetable Korma] next! 🍴🔥
