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Slow Cooker Butter Chicken (Murgh Makhani)

Slow Cooker Butter Chicken: Effortless Comfort Food Magic

Experience the rich and creamy flavor of Slow Cooker Butter Chicken (Murgh Makhani), an effortless and family-friendly dinner option.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 5 hours
Total Time 5 hours 15 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Indian
Calories: 540
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken
  • 2 pounds Chicken Thighs Cut into large pieces.
For the Sauce
  • 1 medium Onion Blend for flavor base.
  • 3 cloves Garlic Fresh preferred.
  • 28 ounces Canned Tomatoes Passata can be used.
  • 1 tablespoon Ginger Fresh or ginger paste recommended.
  • 2 tablespoons Lemon Juice Lime juice can substitute.
  • 1 tablespoon Garam Masala Adjust based on spice tolerance.
  • 1 teaspoon Ground Cumin Coriander can replace.
  • 1 teaspoon Ground Turmeric Fresh turmeric may also work.
  • 1 teaspoon Smoked Paprika Standard paprika can replace.
  • 1 teaspoon Salt Adjust to taste.
  • 1/2 teaspoon Cayenne Optional for heat.
For Creaminess
  • 4 tablespoons Unsalted Butter Can be excluded for a lighter version.
  • 1 cup Heavy Cream Full-fat coconut milk for dairy-free.
For Garnish
  • 1/4 cup Fresh Coriander (Cilantro) For garnish.

Equipment

  • Slow Cooker

Method
 

Preparation Steps
  1. Blend onion, garlic, canned tomatoes, ginger, lemon juice, garam masala, cumin, turmeric, smoked paprika, salt, and cayenne in a food processor until smooth and fragrant.
  2. Cut chicken thighs into large pieces, removing any excess fat.
  3. Add the blended sauce mixture and chicken pieces into the slow cooker, mixing well.
  4. Cover and set your slow cooker on HIGH for 3 hours or LOW for 5 hours.
  5. Stir in unsalted butter until melted, then add heavy cream and warm through.
  6. Ladle into bowls, garnish with fresh coriander, and serve over basmati rice or cauliflower rice.

Nutrition

Serving: 1plateCalories: 540kcalCarbohydrates: 24gProtein: 35gFat: 34gSaturated Fat: 20gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 150mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 800mgFiber: 2gSugar: 6gVitamin A: 1000IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 100mgIron: 4mg

Notes

For an optional zesty kick, add a squeeze of fresh lime juice just before serving.

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