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Indian Butter Chicken

Indian Butter Chicken Recipe

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Indulge in the rich and creamy flavors of this Indian Butter Chicken Recipe, perfect for a comforting dinner that will impress family and friends. This dish combines tender chicken with aromatic spices, resulting in a delightful blend of flavors that transports you to the heart of India. The slow cooker does all the hard work, allowing you to enjoy the enticing aroma while you go about your day. Whether served over fluffy basmati rice or nestled in warm naan, this meal is sure to become a favorite in your household.

Ingredients

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  • 2 medium yellow onions
  • 2 lbs boneless skinless chicken breast
  • 1 medium red bell pepper
  • 3 medium carrots
  • 1 (15-oz) can tomato sauce
  • 1 (6-oz) can tomato paste
  • Juice of ½ lemon
  • 2 garlic cloves
  • 1 tablespoon minced fresh ginger
  • 3 tablespoons curry powder
  • 2 teaspoons garam masala
  • Salt to taste
  • 1 tablespoon salted butter
  • ½ cup plain Greek yogurt
  • ½ cup half-and-half

Instructions

  1. Layer sliced onions at the bottom of a slow cooker.
  2. In a large bowl, combine cubed chicken, diced bell pepper, diced carrots, tomato sauce, tomato paste, lemon juice, minced garlic, ginger, curry powder, garam masala, and salt; mix well.
  3. Pour the mixture over the onions in the slow cooker and dot with butter.
  4. Cover and cook on high for 4½ hours or low for 6½ hours.
  5. After cooking, stir everything together and let sit for about 10 minutes.
  6. Gently mix in Greek yogurt and half-and-half before serving.

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