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Indian Butter Chicken Recipe

Indian Butter Chicken

Indulge in the heartwarming flavors of Indian cuisine with this delightful Indian Butter Chicken Recipe. This creamy, rich dish features tender chicken simmered in a spiced tomato sauce that’s perfect for weeknight dinners or special occasions. With its easy preparation in a slow cooker or Instant Pot, you can enjoy a delicious meal without spending hours in the kitchen. Serve it over fluffy rice or alongside warm naan for a complete dining experience that everyone will savor.

  • Total Time: 15 minute
  • Yield: Serves approximately 6

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 (15 oz) tomato sauce
  • 1 can (6 oz) tomato paste
  • Juice of ½ lemon
  • 2 garlic cloves
  • 1 tablespoon minced fresh ginger
  • 3 tablespoons curry powder
  • 2 teaspoons garam masala
  • ½ teaspoon fine salt
  • 1 tablespoon salted butter
  • ½ cup plain Greek yogurt
  • ½ cup half-and-half

Instructions

  1. Layer sliced onions in the bottom of your slow cooker.
  2. In a bowl, mix cubed chicken, bell pepper, diced carrots, tomato sauce, tomato paste, lemon juice, minced garlic, ginger, curry powder, garam masala, and salt.
  3. Pour the mixture over the onions in the slow cooker and dot with butter.
  4. Cover and cook on high for 4.5 hours or low for 6.5 hours.
  5. Once cooked, stir well and let cool slightly before mixing in yogurt and half-and-half.
  6. Serve hot over rice or cauliflower rice with naan.
  • Author: Emmeline
  • Prep Time: 20 minutes
  • Cook Time: 4.5 hours
  • Category: Main
  • Method: Slow Cooking
  • Cuisine: Indian

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
  • Calories: 396
  • Sugar: 7g
  • Sodium: 710mg
  • Fat: 16g
  • Saturated Fat: 8g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 7g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 36g
  • Fiber: 4g
  • Protein: 32g
  • Cholesterol: 85mg

Keywords: For added flavor, allow the chicken to marinate for several hours before cooking. Feel free to incorporate vegetables like spinach or peas for extra nutrition. If you prefer more heat, adjust the amount of spices according to your taste.

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