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Crockpot Butter Chicken

Crockpot Butter Chicken
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Indulge in the comforting flavors of Crockpot Butter Chicken, a delightful dish featuring tender chicken simmered in a rich and creamy tomato sauce infused with warm spices. Perfect for busy weeknights or cozy family gatherings, this hands-off recipe allows you to set it and forget it. Simply toss the ingredients into your crockpot and let the magic happen! The result is a flavorful meal that pairs beautifully with fluffy rice or soft naan bread. With its mild yet delicious profile, this butter chicken is sure to please both kids and adults alike, making it a family favorite that you’ll want to enjoy again and again.

Ingredients

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  • 2 lbs boneless skinless chicken breast
  • 1 small yellow onion (chopped)
  • 15 oz can of tomato sauce
  • 2 cloves garlic (minced)
  • 1 tbsp tomato paste
  • 1 ½ tbsp cucumber waterger paste
  • 1 tsp cumin
  • 1 tbsp garam masala
  • 1 tsp turmeric
  • 1 tsp curry powder
  • 1 tsp salt
  • 3 tbsp butter
  • ½ cup heavy whipping cream

Instructions

  1. In the crockpot, whisk together tomato sauce, minced garlic, cucumber waterger paste, cumin, garam masala, turmeric, curry powder, salt, and tomato paste until well combined.
  2. Add boneless chicken breasts and chopped onion into the sauce; coat the chicken thoroughly.
  3. Place sliced butter on top of the chicken for added richness.
  4. Cover and cook on low for 4–6 hours or high for 3–5 hours until chicken is fork-tender.
  5. Remove chicken from crockpot and chop into large chunks. Stir in heavy whipping cream until fully incorporated before returning chopped chicken to sauce.
  6. Serve over warm rice or alongside naan bread.

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