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Crockpot Butter Chicken

Cultural Context

Butter chicken, or 'Murgh Makhani', originated in Delhi, India, in the 1950s. It was created by the chefs at the Moti Mahal restaurant, who used leftover chicken in a rich, buttery tomato sauce. The dish is a symbol of Indian hospitality and is often served at celebrations and gatherings. Today, butter chicken has gained immense popularity worldwide, with many variations adapting to local tastes.

IndianINmain
240 min
easy
4 servings
Servings4
1 can diced tomatoes
6 cloves garlic (more if small)
1/2 large onion
1 tablespoon sugar
1 teaspoon chili powder
1 tablespoon garam masala
1 tablespoon minced ginger
1 teaspoon ground turmeric
1 teaspoon ground cumin
1 teaspoon ground coriander
salt
2.5 to 3 lbs chicken thighs
4 tablespoons butter
1 cup heavy cream

heavy cream

🥗Healthier: Greek yogurt

💰Cheaper: coconut milk

Greek yogurt reduces calories while maintaining creaminess

chicken thighs

🥗Healthier: chicken breast

💰Cheaper: bone-in chicken

Chicken breast is leaner, while bone-in chicken can be more economical.

1

Open the can of diced tomatoes and pour it into the blender.

2

Add peeled garlic cloves to the blender, using more than the recipe calls for if they are small.

3

Chop half of a large onion and add it to the blender.

4

Add 1 tablespoon of sugar and 1 teaspoon of chili powder to the blender.

5

Add 1 tablespoon of garam masala, 1 tablespoon of minced ginger, 1 teaspoon of ground turmeric, 1 teaspoon of ground cumin, 1 teaspoon of ground coriander, and salt to the blender.

6

Blend the mixture until smooth.

7

Pour the blended sauce into the slow cooker.

8

Add 2.5 to 3 lbs of chicken thighs to the slow cooker, ensuring they are well coated with the sauce.

9

Add 4 tablespoons of chopped butter on top of the chicken.

10

Cover the slow cooker and cook on high for about 4 hours or low for 8 hours.

11

After cooking, stir in 1 cup of heavy cream and let it cook for an additional 30 minutes.

Cooking Techniques

sautéingshredding

Equipment Needed

slow cookerblenderknifecutting boardmeasuring spoons

Spice Level:

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Dietary

gluten-free

Allergens

dairy

Also Known As

Slow Cooker Butter ChickenButter Chicken Curry

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