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Slow Cooker Butter Chicken

Slow Cooker Butter Chicken

Dive into the simplicity and delight of Indian cuisine with our Slow Cooker Butter Chicken recipe, featuring main ingredients such as chicken breasts, curry powder, garam masala, chili powder, onion, garlic, tomato puree, natural yogurt, coconut milk, and butter. Perfectly paired with rice and garnished with fresh coriander, this dish promises a creamy, flavorful experience with minimal effort.
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Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Indian
Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 4 hours
Total Time: 4 hours 15 minutes
Servings: 4

Ingredients
  

  • 4 chicken breasts finely chopped
  • Salt as required
  • Black pepper as required
  • 1 tablespoon of curry powder
  • 1 tablespoon of garam masala
  • 1 tablespoon of chili powder
  • 1 onion finely chopped
  • 4 cloves of garlic minced
  • ½ cup of tomato puree approximately 100 grams
  • ¾ cup of natural yogurt approximately 200 grams
  • 1 ⅔ cups of coconut milk approximately 400 milliliters
  • ½ cup of unsalted butter approximately 100 grams
  • Rice cooked, for serving
  • Fresh coriander for garnishing

Instructions

  • Preparation of Ingredients: Commence by chopping the chicken breasts into uniform pieces to ensure even cooking. Season these pieces liberally with salt and pepper.
  • Layering in the Slow Cooker: Place the seasoned chicken at the base of the slow cooker. Sprinkle evenly with curry powder, garam masala, and chili powder. Distribute the chopped onion and minced garlic over the chicken.
  • Adding Liquids and Butter: Pour the tomato puree, natural yogurt, and coconut milk over the seasoned chicken. Dot the surface with butter, distributing it evenly across the concoction.
  • Mixing: Gently stir the mixture to slightly combine the ingredients. This will help to distribute the spices and ensure that the chicken is well-coated with the cooking liquids.
  • Cooking: Secure the lid of the slow cooker. Set the appliance to cook on high for a duration of four hours. This will allow the chicken to become tender and the flavors to meld.
  • Serving: Once the cooking is complete, serve the butter chicken atop prepared rice. Garnish with freshly chopped coriander to enhance the dish’s aromatic presence.
  • Enjoyment: Relish this meticulously prepared dish, which brings the essence of Indian cuisine to your dining table with ease and elegance.
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