Slow Cooker Tikka Masala

cropped close up chicken tikka masala over rice in a bowl

4.34 from 21 votes

This Slow Cooker Tikka Masala is an easy, hands-off way to enjoy bold, comforting flavors at home. Chicken simmers in a creamy, spiced tomato sauce for a rich, flavorful dinner

Prep Time10

Cook Time3 30

Total Time3 40

Course: Dinner Recipes

Cuisine: American

Servings:

Author: Erin Sellin

Equipment

Slow Cooker

Ingredients

2-3 pounds Chicken breasts cut into cubes
2 Tablespoons olive oil
2 Tablespoons garam masala
1 Tablespoons ground cumin
1 Tablespoon dried coriander
2 teaspoons salt
1 teaspoon paprika
1 teaspoon chili powder
1 teaspoon turmeric
1 teaspoon cayenne pepper more if you like things spicy
1/2 tsp black pepper
2 1/2 cups tomato puree
5 oz plain Greek yogurt
1 small onion very finely chopped
4 cloves garlic minced
2 Tablespoons fresh ginger grated
1 cup half and half or heavy cream
1 Tablespoon cornstarch
4 cups basmati rice cooked

Instructions

Add the chicken to your crockpot. Drizzle the olive oil evenly over the chicken.
2-3 pounds Chicken breasts, 2 Tablespoons olive oil
Sprinkle all of the spices over the chicken and mix until everything is well coated.
2 Tablespoons garam masala, 1 Tablespoons ground cumin, 1 Tablespoon dried coriander, 1 teaspoon paprika, 1 teaspoon chili powder, 2 teaspoons salt, 1 teaspoon turmeric, 1 teaspoon cayenne pepper, 1/2 tsp black pepper
Pour in the tomato puree, yogurt, onion, garlic and ginger. Mix until everything is well combined.
2 1/2 cups tomato puree, 5 oz plain Greek yogurt, 1 small onion, 4 cloves garlic, 2 Tablespoons fresh ginger
Place the cover on and cook the chicken for 3 hours on low
Whisk together half and half with the cornstarch. After 3 hours, pour in the liquid and stir well. Cover and continue to cook for 30 minutes.
1 Tablespoon cornstarch, 1 cup half and half
The sauce should be thick and the chicken will be cooked through. Serve over basmati rice or with naan bread. Garnish with cilantro if desired.

Notes

Chicken Thighs could be used as well.

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