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Indian Butter Chicken Recipe

Indian Butter Chicken

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Indulge in the rich, creamy flavors of this Indian Butter Chicken Recipe, perfect for a cozy family dinner or an impressive gathering. Made with tender chicken simmered in a fragrant blend of spices and a velvety sauce, this dish captures the essence of traditional Indian cuisine right in your kitchen. With its ease of preparation using a slow cooker, you can set it and forget it while the flavors meld beautifully. Serve it over fluffy rice or cauliflower rice for a satisfying meal that everyone will love.

  • Total Time: 0 hours
  • Yield: Serves about six people 1x

Ingredients

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  • 2 medium yellow onions
  • 2 lbs boneless skinless chicken breast
  • 1 medium red bell pepper
  • 3 medium carrots
  • 1 can tomato sauce (15 oz)
  • 1 can tomato paste (6 oz)
  • Juice of ½ lemon
  • 2 garlic cloves
  • 1 tablespoon fresh ginger
  • 3 tablespoons curry powder
  • 2 teaspoons garam masala
  • Salt to taste
  • 1 tablespoon salted butter
  • ½ cup plain Greek yogurt
  • ½ cup half-and-half

Instructions

  1. Layer sliced onions in the bottom of the slow cooker.
  2. In a mixing bowl, combine cubed chicken, diced bell pepper, diced carrots, tomato sauce, tomato paste, lemon juice, minced garlic, ginger, curry powder, garam masala, and salt. Mix well.
  3. Pour the chicken mixture over the onions in the slow cooker and dot with butter.
  4. Cover and cook on high for about 4.5 hours or low for about 6.5 hours.
  5. Once cooked, stir the mixture and let it cool slightly before adding yogurt and half-and-half to prevent curdling.
  6. Serve over rice or cauliflower rice and enjoy!
  • Author: Mia
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: Approximately 4.5 hours on high or 6.5 hours on low
  • Category: Main
  • Method: Slow Cooker
  • Cuisine: Indian

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 serving
  • Calories: 320
  • Sugar: 8g
  • Sodium: 410mg
  • Fat: 14g
  • Saturated Fat: 7g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 5g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 22g
  • Fiber: 4g
  • Protein: 30g
  • Cholesterol: 90mg