Crockpot Butter Chicken
This Crockpot Butter Chicken is a delicious and easy-to-make Indian-inspired dish. It is made with chicken, butter, and a variety of spices, and is cooked in a slow cooker for a few hours. The result is a creamy, flavorful dish that is sure to please.
Ingredients:
- 2 lbs boneless, skinless chicken thighs
- 1/2 cup butter, melted
- 1 onion, diced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon ground ginger
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1 teaspoon ground coriander
- 1 teaspoon garam masala
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper
- 1/2 teaspoon turmeric
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 (14.5 oz) can diced tomatoes
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
- 1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro
Instructions:
- In a large bowl, combine the chicken, melted butter, onion, garlic, ginger, cumin, coriander, garam masala, paprika, cayenne pepper, turmeric, salt, and black pepper. Mix until the chicken is evenly coated.
- Transfer the chicken mixture to a slow cooker and add the diced tomatoes. Stir to combine.
- Cover and cook on low for 6-8 hours, or on high for 3-4 hours.
- When the chicken is cooked through, stir in the heavy cream and cilantro.
- Cover and cook for an additional 15 minutes.
- Serve over cooked rice or with naan bread.
Nutritional Information:
- Calories: 463 kcal
- Carbohydrates: 10 g
- Protein: 33 g
- Fat: 32 g
- Saturated Fat: 16 g
- Cholesterol: 173 mg
- Sodium: 590 mg
- Potassium: 645 mg
- Fiber: 2 g
- Sugar: 4 g
- Vitamin A: 890 IU
- Vitamin C: 8 mg
- Calcium: 67 mg
- Iron: 2 mg
Additional Tips and Variations:
For a spicier version of this dish, add more cayenne pepper or a pinch of red pepper flakes. You can also add a can of coconut milk for a creamier texture. If you don’t have all of the spices on hand, you can substitute with a store-bought curry powder.
This Crockpot Butter Chicken is a delicious and easy-to-make dish that is sure to please. With its creamy texture and flavorful spices, it is sure to become a family favorite.
