Slow Cooker Chicken Tikka Masala: Easy Recipe for Flavor Lovers
A delicious and easy recipe for slow cooker chicken tikka masala that is perfect for flavor lovers.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 6 hours
- Total Time: 6 hours 15 minutes
- Yield: 6 servings
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Slow Cooker
- Cuisine: Indian
- Diet: Gluten-Free
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 pounds boneless chicken thighs
- 1 cup onion, chopped
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tablespoons ginger, grated
- 1 can (14 oz) crushed tomatoes
- 1 cup coconut milk
- 2 tablespoons garam masala
- 1 tablespoon ground coriander
- 1 teaspoon turmeric
- 1 teaspoon cumin
- 1 teaspoon chili powder
- 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
- Salt to taste
- 1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
Instructions
- Heat vegetable oil in a pan and sauté onions until translucent.
- Add garlic and ginger, cooking for another minute.
- Transfer to slow cooker and add chicken, crushed tomatoes, coconut milk, and spices.
- Stir well to combine everything and cover the slow cooker.
- Cook on low for 6-7 hours or high for 3-4 hours.
- Once cooked, shred the chicken and mix back into the sauce.
- Garnish with fresh cilantro before serving.
Notes
- Serve with rice or naan for a complete meal.
- Adjust spices according to your taste.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 750mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 14g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 150mg