Description
Crockpot Butter Chicken is a comforting, flavorful dish that brings warmth to any gathering. With tender chicken simmered in a rich, creamy sauce infused with aromatic spices, this recipe is perfect for busy weeknights or cozy family dinners. Simply set your crockpot, let the ingredients meld together, and enjoy an irresistible meal that will have everyone asking for seconds!
Ingredients
Scale
- 3–4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 4 tbsp unsalted butter
- 1 medium onion, finely chopped
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tbsp fresh ginger, grated
- 28 oz canned crushed tomatoes
- 1 cup full-fat coconut milk
- 2 tbsp curry powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh cilantro (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
- Prepare your ingredients by chopping the onion and mincing the garlic and ginger.
- In a skillet over medium heat, melt the butter and brown the chicken on both sides.
- Add onions, garlic, and ginger to the skillet; sauté until onions are translucent.
- Sprinkle curry powder over the chicken mixture; stir to coat.
- Pour in crushed tomatoes and coconut milk; mix well.
- Transfer everything to the crockpot; cover and cook on low for 6-8 hours or high for 3-4 hours.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 6 hours (low)
- Category: Main
- Method: Slow Cooking
- Cuisine: Indian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 395
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 590mg
- Fat: 27g
- Saturated Fat: 19g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 29g
- Cholesterol: 116mg