Buttered Chicken in the Crock Pot

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Buttered Chicken in the Crock Pot – A Recipe I Learned 6 Years Ago… and It’s STILL on Our Weekly Menu! 🍗🔥

If you’ve been searching for a recipe that’s incredibly easy, unbelievably flavorful, and guaranteed to make everyone at the table ask for seconds, this Crock Pot Buttered Chicken is exactly what you need! I learned this recipe about six years ago, and to this day, it remains one of our most-requested meals at home. There’s just something magical about how the slow cooker transforms simple ingredients into a rich, buttery, perfectly spiced dish that tastes like comfort in every bite.

Whether you’re a busy parent, someone who loves make-ahead meals, or simply a fan of Indian-inspired flavors, this dish deserves a spot on your weekly rotation. It’s budget-friendly, low-effort, and bursting with bold, creamy goodness. 🧈🍅

⭐ Why This Buttered Chicken Belongs on Your Menu

Zero fuss: Toss everything in the crock pot and let it do the work.

Family-approved: Kid-friendly and picky-eater approved.

Meal-prep friendly: Even better the next day!

Restaurant quality: All the flavor of butter chicken without any complicated steps.

Affordable ingredients: Makes a full meal without breaking the bank.

🥘 Ingredients You’ll Need

2 lbs chicken breast or thighs (thighs give more flavor!)

1 can (15 oz) tomato sauce or crushed tomatoes

1 cup heavy cream or coconut milk

1 small onion, finely chopped

4 tbsp butter

4 cloves garlic, minced

1 tbsp freshly grated ginger (or 1 tsp powder)

2 tsp garam masala

1 tsp paprika

1 tsp curry powder

1 tsp chili powder or cayenne (optional for heat)

Salt & black pepper to taste

Fresh cilantro for garnish

Cooked rice or naan to serve

🍲 How to Make It (Slow Cooker Magic!)

  1. Place the chicken in the bottom of your crock pot.
  2. Add the onion, garlic, ginger, tomato sauce, spices, salt, and pepper.
  3. Top with butter (just place the pieces on top).
  4. Cover and cook on LOW for 6–7 hours or HIGH for 3–4 hours.
  5. When the chicken is tender, shred or chop it right in the pot.
  6. Stir in the heavy cream or coconut milk and let it warm through for 10–15 minutes.
  7. Taste, adjust seasoning, and serve over steaming white rice or with warm garlic naan.

🤤 What Makes It So Good?

Slow-cooking allows the butter and spices to mingle perfectly, creating a silky, creamy sauce that clings beautifully to every piece of chicken. The aroma alone is enough to pull everyone into the kitchen—even before dinner is ready!

This is also a fantastic meal-prep and freezer-friendly recipe. Make a big batch, portion it out, freeze, and enjoy quick delicious meals anytime.

💬 Final Thoughts

This is one of those recipes that never leaves your rotation once you’ve tried it. Six years later, and it’s still one of our comfort-food favorites—and for good reason! It’s simple, rich, flavorful, and loved by everyone at the table.

If you haven’t made this yet, trust me: your crock pot is waiting! 😍🍽️
Let me know if you want a printable version or nutrition info!

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