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Tender Slow Cooker Butter Chicken

Deliciously Tender Slow Cooker Butter Chicken Bliss

This Tender Slow Cooker Butter Chicken is a comforting, gluten-free dish that's easy to prepare and perfect for family dinners.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 2 hours
Resting Time 10 minutes
Total Time 2 hours 25 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Indian
Calories: 400
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken
  • 1 lb Chicken Breasts Consider using chicken thighs for more moisture and flavor.
For the Cooking Base
  • 2 tbsp Coconut Oil Olive or vegetable oil works beautifully as a substitute.
  • 1 medium Onion Finely diced for even cooking.
  • 1 Red Bell Pepper Adds sweetness and color; can be omitted.
  • 1 in Fresh Ginger Grated; ground ginger can be used in a pinch.
  • 3 cloves Garlic Minced; fresh is preferable.
For the Spices
  • 2 tbsp Curry Powder Opt for your preferred brand.
  • 1 tbsp Garam Masala Feel free to adjust to your palate.
  • 1 tsp Chili Powder Modify quantity to your liking.
  • 1 tsp Salt Adjust according to taste.
For the Sauce
  • 2 tbsp Tomato Paste A high-quality brand ensures vibrant color.
  • 15 oz Tomato Sauce Canned or homemade works well.
  • 1 tbsp Butter Optional but recommended; ghee can be used.
  • 1 cup Half-and-Half Substitute with full-fat coconut milk for a dairy-free option.
  • 1/2 cup Yogurt Non-dairy yogurt for a dairy-free version.
For the Veggies
  • 1 cup Cauliflower Can be swapped for seasonal vegetables.
For Serving
  • 2 cups Brown Rice or Quinoa Any grain will do.
  • 4 pieces Naan Pre-made or homemade, toasted until slightly charred.
  • 1/4 cup Cilantro Can be replaced with parsley if preferred.

Equipment

  • Slow Cooker
  • Skillet
  • knife
  • cutting board

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Cut chicken into 1-inch chunks. Finely dice onion and red bell pepper, and break cauliflower into florets. Mince garlic and grate ginger.
  2. In a skillet, heat coconut oil and sauté onion until translucent. Stir in garlic, ginger, and spices, cooking until fragrant.
  3. Pour the onion mixture into slow cooker. Add red bell pepper, chicken, cauliflower, tomato sauce, and butter, mixing well.
  4. Cover slow cooker and set on high for 1.5 to 2.5 hours or low for 4 to 6 hours, until chicken reaches 165°F.
  5. Remove chicken and rest on a cutting board for a few minutes.
  6. Continue to cook remaining sauce and vegetables for an additional 30 to 60 minutes, then stir in half-and-half and yogurt.
  7. Serve butter chicken over rice or quinoa and garnish with cilantro. Enjoy!

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 400kcalCarbohydrates: 50gProtein: 30gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 75mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 700mgFiber: 5gSugar: 6gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 50mgCalcium: 100mgIron: 2mg

Notes

This dish can be adjusted with various proteins and spice levels to suit your taste preference.

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