Name: Flavorful Crockpot Butter Chicken for Easy Weeknight Dinners
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 4 h
Total time: 4 h 15 min
Cuisine: Indian
Ingredients: 2 tablespoons Coconut Oil; 1.5 cups Yellow Onion (finely diced); 2 tablespoons Ginger Paste; 4 cloves Minced Garlic (fresh preferred); 2 teaspoons Smoked Paprika; 2 teaspoons Ground Cumin; 1 teaspoon Ground Turmeric; 1 teaspoon Salt; 2 teaspoons Garam Masala; 1/2 teaspoon Red Pepper Flakes (optional); 1 teaspoon Sugar (optional); 28 ounces Diced Tomatoes (fire-roasted preferred); 2 pounds Boneless Skinless Chicken Thighs; 4 tablespoons Unsalted Butter (or coconut oil for dairy-free); 1 cup Heavy Cream (or coconut cream for dairy-free); 1/4 cup Finely Chopped Cilantro (optional); 1 package Naan (warm); 2 cups Cooked Rice (warm)

Flavorful Crockpot Butter Chicken for Easy Weeknight Dinners

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Indulge in a comforting bowl of Flavorful Crockpot Butter Chicken, perfect for easy weeknight dinners. This recipe features succulent chicken thighs simmered in a creamy, spiced tomato sauce that captures the essence of aromatic Indian cuisine. With minimal effort, you can prepare this dish in your slow cooker and enjoy its rich flavors without the fuss. Whether paired with warm naan or fluffy rice, this family-friendly meal is bound to become a staple in your home. Plus, its leftovers taste even better the next day, making it an ideal option for meal prep.

Author: Kiara
Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 4 hours
Total Time: 4 hours 15 minutes
Yield: Serves 6
Category: Main
Method: Slow Cooking
Cuisine: Indian

Ingredients

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2 tablespoons Coconut Oil
1.5 cups Yellow Onion (finely diced)
2 tablespoons Ginger Paste
4 cloves Minced Garlic (fresh preferred)
2 teaspoons Smoked Paprika
2 teaspoons Ground Cumin
1 teaspoon Ground Turmeric
1 teaspoon Salt
2 teaspoons Garam Masala
1/2 teaspoon Red Pepper Flakes (optional)
1 teaspoon Sugar (optional)
28 ounces Diced Tomatoes (fire-roasted preferred)
2 pounds Boneless Skinless Chicken Thighs
4 tablespoons Unsalted Butter (or coconut oil for dairy-free)
1 cup Heavy Cream (or coconut cream for dairy-free)
1/4 cup Finely Chopped Cilantro (optional)
1 package Naan (warm)
2 cups Cooked Rice (warm)

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Instructions

Prepare ingredients by dicing onions and mincing garlic.
In a slow cooker, add coconut oil, followed by onions, ginger paste, minced garlic, spices, and diced tomatoes.
Place chicken thighs on top of the mixture.
Cover and cook on low for 4 hours until chicken is tender.
Shred cooked chicken and stir in butter and cream; let it meld for another 30 minutes.
Serve hot with warm naan or rice, garnished with cilantro if desired.

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
Calories: 420
Sugar: 5g
Sodium: 600mg
Fat: 28g
Saturated Fat: 15g
Unsaturated Fat: 10g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 18g
Fiber: 3g
Protein: 30g
Cholesterol: 130mg

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