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Indian Butter Chicken Recipe

Indian Butter Chicken Recipe
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Indulge in the rich flavors of India with this easy-to-make Indian Butter Chicken Recipe. This comforting dish features tender chicken simmered in a luscious tomato-based sauce infused with aromatic spices and creamy yogurt, making it perfect for family dinners or special occasions. Whether you opt for a slow cooker or Instant Pot, you can savor restaurant-quality butter chicken with minimal effort. Serve it alongside fluffy basmati rice or warm naan for a delightful meal that everyone will love.

Ingredients

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  • 2 medium yellow onions, peeled, cut in half and sliced (~13 oz)
  • 2 lbs boneless skinless chicken breast, cubed
  • 1 medium red bell pepper, diced
  • 3 medium carrots, diced (5-6 oz)
  • 1 (15-oz) can tomato sauce
  • 1 (6-oz) can tomato paste
  • Juice of ½ lemon
  • 2 garlic cloves, minced
  • 1 tablespoon minced fresh ginger (~2-inch piece)
  • 3 tablespoons curry powder
  • 2 teaspoons garam masala
  • ½ teaspoon fine salt
  • 1 tablespoon salted butter, chilled and cut into pieces
  • ½ cup plain Greek yogurt (whole, low-fat, or fat-free)
  • ½ cup half-and-half

Instructions

  1. Slice onions and layer them at the bottom of a slow cooker.
  2. In a bowl, combine chicken, bell pepper, carrots, tomato sauce, tomato paste, lemon juice, garlic, ginger, spices, and salt. Mix well.
  3. Pour the mixture over the onions in the slow cooker and dot with butter.
  4. Cook on high for 4½ hours or low for 6½ hours.
  5. Stir in yogurt and half-and-half after cooking. Serve hot over rice or with naan.

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