Ingredients
For the chicken:
- 2 lbs chicken thighs, cut into chunks
- 1 large onion, diced
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tbsp ginger, grated
- 2 (14 oz) cans tomato sauce
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1/2 cup butter
- 2 tbsp garam masala
- 2 tsp ground turmeric
- 2 tsp ground cumin
- 1 tsp ground coriander
- 1 tsp paprika
- 1/2 tsp cinnamon
- Salt and pepper to taste
For serving:
- Basmati rice
- Fresh cilantro, chopped
- Naan bread
- Plain yogurt
- Lime wedges
- Extra butter for finishing
Instructions
- Place chicken pieces in slow cooker.
- Add diced onion, garlic, and ginger.
- In a bowl, mix all spices together.
- Sprinkle spice mixture over chicken and onions.
- Pour tomato sauce over everything.
- Add butter in chunks throughout.
- Cover and cook on low for 6-8 hours or high for 4 hours.
- In final 30 minutes, stir in heavy cream.
- Adjust seasoning to taste.
- Let sit 10 minutes before serving.
- Serve over basmati rice.
- Garnish with cilantro and a pat of butter.
Spoon this Slow Cooker Butter Chicken over fluffy rice and watch as the rich, golden sauce creates tiny rivers of flavor! Each bite delivers tender chicken swimming in a creamy, aromatic sauce that’s been simmering to perfection. Whether you’re craving Indian comfort food or looking for an effortless dinner that tastes like it came from your favorite restaurant, this dish delivers authentic flavors without the fuss. So load up that slow cooker, measure those warming spices, and get ready to fill your home with the irresistible aroma of curry house magic!
