Flavorful Crockpot Butter Chicken for Easy Weeknight Dinners
Indulge in a comforting and flavorful meal with this easy-to-make Crockpot Butter Chicken. Perfect for busy weeknights, this dish features tender chicken thighs simmered in a rich and creamy tomato sauce, infused with aromatic spices. With minimal prep time, simply toss the ingredients into your slow cooker, and let it work its magic while you attend to other tasks. This family-friendly recipe is versatile enough for any occasion, be it a cozy dinner at home or a gathering with loved ones. Serve it alongside warm naan or fluffy rice for a complete and satisfying meal. Enjoy the delightful flavors of this comforting dish that brings everyone together!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 240 minutes
- Total Time: 4 hours 15 minutes
- Yield: Serves approximately 6 people 1x
- Category: Main
- Method: Slow Cooking
- Cuisine: Indian
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 pounds Boneless Skinless Chicken Thighs
- 1.5 cups Yellow Onion (finely diced)
- 4 cloves Minced Garlic (fresh preferred)
- 28 ounces Diced Tomatoes (fire-roasted preferred)
- 1 cup Heavy Cream (or coconut cream for dairy-free)
- 2 tablespoons Coconut Oil (or Olive Oil)
- 2 tablespoons Ginger Paste
- 2 teaspoons Smoked Paprika (or regular paprika)
- 2 teaspoons Ground Cumin
- 1 teaspoon Ground Turmeric
- 1 teaspoon Salt (adjust to taste)
- 2 teaspoons Garam Masala
- 1/2 teaspoon Red Pepper Flakes (optional)
- 1 teaspoon Sugar (optional)
- 4 tablespoons Unsalted Butter (or coconut oil for dairy-free)
- 1/4 cup Finely Chopped Cilantro (optional)
- 1 package Naan (warm)
- 2 cups Cooked Rice (warm)
Instructions
- In your slow cooker, heat coconut oil and sauté the onions until translucent.
- Add ginger paste and garlic; cook until fragrant.
- Stir in smoked paprika, cumin, turmeric, salt, garam masala, red pepper flakes (if desired), and sugar.
- Mix in fire-roasted diced tomatoes and chicken thighs; stir to combine.
- Cover and cook on low heat for about 4 hours until chicken is tender.
- Before serving, remove the chicken, then add butter and cream. Shred the chicken before returning it to the pot.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 410
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 690mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 14g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 34g
- Cholesterol: 115mg