Crock Pot Butter Chicken is one of those meals that feels like you ordered takeout, but it’s all made right at home. The sauce is rich, creamy, and full of warm spices, and the slow cooker makes it incredibly easy to pull together. It’s the kind of dinner you can start earlier in the day and look forward to later.
What makes this recipe stand out is how simple it is without sacrificing flavor. The chicken turns tender as it cooks in the spiced tomato sauce, and a splash of cream at the end brings everything together. Serve it with rice and naan, and you’ve got a meal that feels complete.
Helpful Tips
- Cut the chicken into evenly sized pieces so it cooks consistently.
- Adjust the cayenne pepper to control the heat level.
- For an even richer sauce, let it sit for a few minutes after adding the cream before serving.
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Crock Pot Butter Chicken
Ingredients
- 14 ounce tomato sauce
- 5-6 cloves garlic mined
- 2 teaspoons ginger grated
- 1 teaspoon turmeric
- 1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 2 teaspoons Garam Masala
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1 1/2 pounds boneless skinless chicken thighs chopped
- 3 tablespoons butter cubed
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
- 1/4 cup fresh cilantro chopped
Instructions
- Into the slow cooker, add the tomato sauce, garlic, ginger, turmeric, cayenne pepper, paprika, salt, Garam Masala, and cumin. Stir well.
- Add the chicken thighs and coat them in the sauce.
- Scatter the cubes of butter over the top.
- Cover and cook on high for 1.5-2 hours, or on low for 4-6 hours.
- Stir the heavy cream into the sauce.
- Serve with basmati rice and naan bread. Garnish with fresh cilantro.
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Angela’s passion for discovering and experimenting with new flavors and recipes is at the heart of her culinary philosophy. Residing in a quaint Oregon town, she finds joy and inspiration in her kitchen. Angela has a lot of expertise in cooking and she eagerly shares her discoveries and unique creations with you.