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Lazy 6-Hour Crockpot Butter Chicken That Melts in Your Mouth

Crockpot Butter Chicken
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A creamy and flavorful Indian-inspired dish made with tender chicken in a rich buttery sauce, slow-cooked to perfection.

Ingredients

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  • 2 lbs boneless, skinless chicken thighs
  • 1/2 cup plain yogurt
  • 2 tbsp lemon juice
  • 1 tbsp garam masala
  • 1 tsp turmeric
  • 1 tsp cumin
  • 1 tsp chili powder
  • 1 tsp salt
  • 1/2 tsp black pepper
  • 2 tbsp butter
  • 1 onion, diced
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tbsp ginger, grated
  • 1 can (14 oz) tomato sauce
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped

Instructions

  1. In a bowl, mix yogurt, lemon juice, garam masala, turmeric, cumin, chili powder, salt, and pepper.
  2. Add chicken and coat evenly. Marinate for 30 minutes.
  3. Melt butter in a skillet over medium heat. Sauté onion until soft.
  4. Add garlic and ginger, cook for 1 minute.
  5. Transfer onion mixture to the crockpot. Add marinated chicken.
  6. Pour tomato sauce over the chicken. Stir gently.
  7. Cover and cook on low for 6 hours or high for 3 hours.
  8. Stir in heavy cream. Cook for another 30 minutes.
  9. Garnish with cilantro before serving.

Notes

  • For a thicker sauce, simmer uncovered at the end.
  • Adjust chili powder for desired spice level.
  • Serve with basmati rice or naan bread.

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