Butter Chicken Crockpot Recipe
Indulge in the rich, creamy flavors of this Butter Chicken Crockpot recipe that transports you to your favorite Indian restaurant! With tender chicken simmered in a luscious sauce of spices and coconut milk, this dish is perfect for cozy family dinners or impressing guests. Simply set your crockpot and let the aroma fill your home as it cooks. Serve with fluffy rice or warm naan for an unforgettable meal.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 6 hours
- Total Time: 6 hours 15 minutes
- Yield: Serves approximately 6
- Category: Main
- Method: Crockpot
- Cuisine: Indian
Ingredients
Scale
- 3–4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5 lbs)
- 1 medium onion, finely chopped
- 4–5 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tbsp fresh ginger, grated
- 1 can (15 oz) crushed tomatoes
- 1 can (13.5 oz) full-fat coconut milk (unsweetened)
- 2 tsp garam masala
- 1 tsp ground cumin
- 1 tsp ground turmeric
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh cilantro for garnish
Instructions
- Cut chicken breasts into bite-sized pieces; season with salt and pepper.
- In a skillet over medium heat, sauté onions until translucent; add garlic and ginger, cooking until fragrant.
- Stir in crushed tomatoes and spices; simmer for 5 minutes.
- Transfer mixture to crockpot, add chicken and coconut milk; stir gently.
- Cook on low for 6-8 hours or high for 3-4 hours.
- Once cooked, adjust seasoning if needed, garnish with cilantro, and serve with rice or naan.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 750mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 100mg