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Crockpot Butter Chicken

Crockpot Butter Chicken delivers creamy, spice‑rich flavor for easy family


  • Author: Jordan Reed
  • Total Time: 6 hours 15 minutes
  • Yield: 6 servings 1x
  • Diet: High Protein

Description

Indulge in Crockpot Butter Chicken, a silky slow‑cooked masterpiece that blends juicy chicken thighs with coconut milk, grape juice, and aromatic spices. This easy recipe delivers a restaurant‑style buttery sauce enriched with smoked paprika, turmeric, ginger, and garlic, creating a golden, fragrant broth that coats each bite. Ready in minutes of prep, it simmers all day for tender, melt‑in‑your‑mouth chicken. Serve over rice with naan or alongside cucumber salad for a family‑friendly dinner.!!!


Ingredients

Scale
  • 2 lbs chicken thighs, boneless and skinless
  • 1 medium yellow onion, diced
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tbsp ginger, grated
  • 1 cup grape juice
  • 1 cup coconut milk
  • 2 tbsp butter
  • 1 tbsp smoked paprika
  • 1 tsp cumin
  • 1 tsp turmeric
  • Salt to taste
  • Fresh cilantro for garnish

Instructions

  1. Melt butter in a skillet, sauté onion, garlic, and ginger until translucent.
  2. Transfer to crockpot, add chicken, grape juice, coconut milk, smoked paprika, cumin, turmeric, and salt.
  3. Cook on low 6‑8 hours or high 3‑4 hours.
  4. Shred chicken and stir back into sauce.
  5. Serve over rice and garnish with cilantro.

Notes

  • For a spicier kick
  • add a pinch of cayenne. Use full‑fat coconut milk for best texture.
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 6-8 hours
  • Category: Family Dinners
  • Method: Slow Cooker
  • Cuisine: Indian

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 6 servings
  • Calories: 320

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