Slow Cooker Chicken Tikka Masala: Easy, Flavor-Packed Comfort Food
A delightful and easy recipe for Slow Cooker Chicken Tikka Masala that fills your home with the wonderful aroma of spices.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 6-8 hours
- Total Time: 6-8 hours 15 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Slow Cooker
- Cuisine: Indian
- Diet: Gluten-Free
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken thighs
- 1 onion, diced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon ginger, grated
- 1 can (14 ounces) coconut milk
- 2 tablespoons tomato paste
- 2 tablespoons garam masala
- 1 teaspoon ground coriander
- 1 teaspoon cumin
- 1/2 teaspoon turmeric
- 1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper
- Salt to taste
- Fresh cilantro for garnish
Instructions
- Place chicken, onion, garlic, and ginger in the slow cooker.
- Add coconut milk, tomato paste, and spices. Stir to combine.
- Cover and cook on low for 6-8 hours.
- Shred the chicken with two forks and stir well.
- Serve over rice and garnish with fresh cilantro.
Notes
- For extra heat, add more cayenne pepper.
- This dish pairs well with naan bread.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 300
- Sugar: 3 grams
- Sodium: 600 mg
- Fat: 15 grams
- Saturated Fat: 8 grams
- Unsaturated Fat: 5 grams
- Trans Fat: 0 grams
- Carbohydrates: 20 grams
- Fiber: 2 grams
- Protein: 25 grams
- Cholesterol: 80 mg
Keywords: Slow Cooker, Chicken Tikka Masala, Comfort Food