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A vibrant plate of rice topped with a tangy tomato sauce and fresh herbs sits elegantly on a patterned tablecloth, reminiscent of the flavors in a hearty, healthy butter chicken recipe. Nearby, a gleaming fork waits to savor every delightful bite.
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Healthy Butter Chicken Recipe

Slow cooker healthy butter chicken recipe without cream. Use thighs or chicken breasts to make this easy tditional Indian dish we love.
Prep Time15 minutes
Cook Time4 hours
Total Time4 hours 15 minutes
Course: Entree, Main Course
Cuisine: Indian
Keyword: butter, chicken, crockpot, easy, healthy, homemade
Servings: 5
Author: Justine

Equipment

  • 1 slow cooker

Ingredients

  • 1 lb chicken breasts boneless, skinless, cut into cubes
  • 1/2 c onion diced
  • 1 tbsp garlic minced
  • 1/2 red pepper diced
  • 1 can tomato sauce 15 oz.
  • 1 can tomato paste 6 oz
  • 1 tsp curry powder
  • 1 tsp paprika
  • 1 tsp salt
  • 1 tsp ginger ground
  • 1/4 tsp cayenne pepper
  • 1/4 tsp pepper
  • 1/4 tsp cumin ground
  • 1/4 c cilantro fresh, to top

Instructions

  • Place diced chicken pieces, onions, garlic, pepper, tomato sauce, tomato paste, and spices into your slow cooker. Mix well to coat chicken with everything.
  • Put lid on and cook on low for 6-8 hrs or on high for 4 hrs. (I prefer slow and longer).
  • Serve on a bed of rice or with a side of naan, top with cilantro.

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Nutrition

Serving: 6oz | Calories: 180kcal | Carbohydrates: 17g | Protein: 23g | Fat: 2g | Cholesterol: 58mg | Sodium: 1553mg | Potassium: 1189mg | Fiber: 4g | Sugar: 11g | Vitamin A: 1985IU | Vitamin C: 35.1mg | Calcium: 41mg | Iron: 3mg