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Bowl of slow cooker butter chicken served with rice and cilantro garnish.

Butter Chicken

A comforting and richly flavorful slow cooker butter chicken, made with tender chicken breast simmered in a creamy coconut sauce, infused with spices.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 4 hours
Total Time 4 hours 15 minutes
Servings: 7 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: Indian
Calories: 430
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 2 lbs chicken breast, boneless and skinless Opt for fresh chicken breast for a moist texture.
  • 1 medium onion, chopped
  • 4 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tablespoon fresh ginger, grated
  • 1 can (14 oz) coconut milk Choose full-fat coconut milk for a creamier result.
  • 1 cup tomato puree Consider adding crushed tomatoes for depth.
  • 1/4 cup butter
  • 2 tablespoons garam masala Freshly ground spices can elevate flavor.
  • 1 teaspoon ground cumin
  • 1 teaspoon turmeric
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Fresh cilantro for garnish Adds a burst of brightness.

Method
 

Preparation
  1. In a slow cooker, layer in the chicken breast along with the chopped onion, minced garlic, and grated ginger.
  2. Pour in the coconut milk and tomato puree, then dollop in the butter.
  3. Sprinkle over the garam masala, ground cumin, turmeric, salt, and pepper. Stir everything until well combined.
Cooking
  1. Secure the lid on the slow cooker and set it to low for 6-8 hours or high for 4 hours.
  2. Once cooked, shred the chicken directly in the slow cooker for maximum sauce absorption.
Serving
  1. Serve the butter chicken hot, garnished with fresh cilantro, over rice or with naan bread.

Notes

Feel free to prepare this dish in advance. It can be refrigerated overnight, with an extended cooking time. Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container for up to 3 days or frozen for up to 3 months.