Slow cooker chicken tikka masala: A deliciously easy recipe!
A delicious and easy slow cooker chicken tikka masala recipe that is perfect for a comforting meal.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 6-8 hours
- Total Time: 6-8 hours 15 minutes
- Yield: 4-6 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Slow Cooker
- Cuisine: Indian
- Diet: Gluten Free
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 lbs chicken thighs
- 1 jar tikka masala sauce
- 1 cup coconut milk
- 1 onion, chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 inch ginger, grated
- 1 tsp garam masala
- 1 tsp cumin
- 1 tsp coriander
- 1 tsp salt
- Basmati rice, to serve
Instructions
- Place the chicken thighs in the slow cooker.
- Add the chopped onion, minced garlic, and grated ginger.
- Pour in the tikka masala sauce and coconut milk.
- Sprinkle garam masala, cumin, coriander, and salt over the top.
- Stir to combine all ingredients.
- Cover and cook on low for 6-8 hours or high for 3-4 hours.
- Once cooked, shred the chicken with two forks and stir back into the sauce.
- Serve over basmati rice.
Notes
- For a spicier dish, add chili powder or fresh chilies.
- Can substitute chicken thighs with chicken breasts if preferred.
- Leftovers can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 100mg