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Crockpot Butter Chicken

A warm and comforting dish featuring tender chicken in a creamy coconut sauce, perfect for cozy family dinners or gatherings.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 8 hours
Total Time 8 hours 15 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: Indian
Calories: 450
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 2 lbs Chicken thighs Juicier than chicken breasts.
  • 1 cup Coconut milk Full-fat coconut milk recommended.
  • 1 Onion, diced
  • 3 cloves Garlic, minced
  • 1 tablespoon Ginger, minced
  • 2 tablespoons Butter
  • 2 tablespoons Garam masala Adjust based on preferred spiciness.
  • 1 teaspoon Turmeric
  • 1 teaspoon Cumin
  • Salt and pepper To taste.
  • Basmati rice or cauliflower rice For serving.

Method
 

Preparation
  1. In the slow cooker, add the chicken thighs, coconut milk, diced onion, minced garlic, minced ginger, butter, garam masala, turmeric, cumin, salt, and pepper.
  2. Stir to combine all the ingredients.
Cooking
  1. Cover and cook on low for 6-8 hours or on high for 3-4 hours until the chicken is cooked through and tender.
  2. Shred the chicken with two forks and stir it back into the sauce.
Serving
  1. Serve over cooked basmati rice or cauliflower rice.

Notes

For the best flavor, season chicken thighs in advance. Add lime or cilantro before serving for freshness. Refrigerate leftovers for 3-4 days or freeze for up to three months.