Flavorful Crockpot Butter Chicken
Indulge in the rich, aromatic flavors of this easy-to-make Crockpot Butter Chicken. With tender chicken simmered in a creamy coconut milk sauce infused with warm spices, this dish transforms any meal into a culinary delight. Perfect for gatherings or cozy nights in, serve it with rice or naan to soak up every delicious drop.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 6 hours
- Total Time: 6 hours 15 minutes
- Yield: Serves about 6
- Category: Main
- Method: Crockpot
- Cuisine: Indian
Ingredients
Scale
- 3–4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1 lb)
- 4 garlic cloves, minced
- 1-inch piece of fresh ginger, grated
- 1 can (13.5 oz) full-fat coconut milk
- 1 cup tomato puree
- 2 tbsp tikka masala spice blend
- 2 tbsp butter
- 1 tbsp sugar or honey
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Cut the chicken into bite-sized pieces and season lightly with salt and pepper. Place in the crockpot.
- In a skillet over medium heat, melt the butter and sauté minced garlic and ginger for 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
- Pour the sautéed mixture over the chicken in the crockpot. Add coconut milk, tomato puree, tikka masala spice blend, and sugar or honey. Stir well.
- Cover and cook on low for 6-8 hours or high for 3-4 hours.
- Once cooked, shred the chicken in the pot using two forks and serve hot over rice or with naan.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: about 1 cup (250g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 13g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 80mg
Keywords: For added depth of flavor, brown the chicken before adding it to the crockpot. To make it vegetarian, substitute chicken with tofu or chickpeas. Adjust spice levels by adding more chili powder or fresh ginger to suit your taste.