Description
A simple and flavorful chicken tikka masala made in a crockpot. Tender chicken thighs simmer in a rich, creamy tomato sauce with aromatic spices.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1.5 lbs boneless, skinless chicken thighs
- 1 cup plain yogurt
- 2 tbsp lemon juice
- 2 tsp garam masala
- 1 tsp ground cumin
- 1 tsp ground turmeric
- 1 tsp paprika
- 1 tsp salt
- 1 tbsp grated ginger
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 can (14 oz) tomato sauce
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 tbsp butter
- 1 medium onion, diced
- Fresh cilantro for garnish
Instructions
- In a bowl, mix yogurt, lemon juice, garam masala, cumin, turmeric, paprika, salt, ginger, and garlic.
- Add chicken thighs and coat evenly. Marinate for at least 30 minutes or overnight.
- Place diced onion in the crockpot and top with marinated chicken.
- Pour tomato sauce over the chicken.
- Cover and cook on low for 6 hours or high for 3 hours.
- Stir in heavy cream and butter. Cook for another 15 minutes.
- Garnish with fresh cilantro before serving.
Notes
- For extra flavor, grill or broil the marinated chicken before adding to the crockpot.
- Adjust spice levels by adding more garam masala or chili powder.
- Serve with rice or naan bread.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 6 hours
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Slow Cooking
- Cuisine: Indian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 420
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 850mg
- Fat: 28g
- Saturated Fat: 14g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 32g
- Cholesterol: 160mg
Keywords: crockpot chicken tikka masala, slow cooker indian food, easy chicken recipe