Description
Crockpot Butter Chicken is a creamy, flavorful dish that brings the essence of Indian cuisine right to your kitchen. Tender chicken simmers in a rich sauce made with coconut milk and aromatic spices, creating a delightful meal that’s perfect for busy weeknights or special occasions. This easy-to-follow recipe guarantees restaurant-quality results with minimal effort, making it a favorite among both novice and experienced cooks. Serve it over fluffy basmati rice or warm naan for an unforgettable dining experience that will leave everyone wanting more.
Ingredients
Scale
- 3–4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5 lbs)
- 4 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- 1 medium onion, finely chopped
- 1 can (14 oz) crushed tomatoes
- 1 can (13.5 oz) full-fat coconut milk
- 2 tsp curry powder
- 2 tbsp low-sodium soy sauce
- 1 tbsp fresh ginger, grated
- 1 tbsp honey or maple syrup
Instructions
- Prepare your ingredients by chopping the onion and mincing the garlic.
- In the crockpot, layer the chicken breasts at the bottom and add the onions, garlic, crushed tomatoes, coconut milk, soy sauce, curry powder, ginger, and honey. Stir gently to combine.
- Cover the crockpot and set it on low for 6 hours or high for 4 hours.
- Once cooked, shred the chicken using two forks and return it to the pot with its juices.
- Stir to coat everything in sauce and let cook on low for another 30 minutes if time permits.
- Serve over rice or naan, drizzled with additional coconut milk if desired.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 6 hours
- Category: Main
- Method: Slow Cooking
- Cuisine: Indian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 7g
- Sodium: 550mg
- Fat: 16g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 25g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 70mg