Slow Cooker Chicken Tikka Masala
This slow cooker version of the beloved Indian-inspired dish delivers deeply spiced tender chicken in a creamy tomato-based sauce without any fuss. It is an approachable weeknight dinner that tastes like it came from a restaurant.
Creamy and aromatic chicken tikka masala made effortlessly in the slow cooker.
Nutrition per serving
Ingredients
Main
Sauce
Seasoning
Aromatics
Instructions
Mix the Sauce
In the base of the slow cooker combine the crushed tomatoes coconut cream tikka masala spice blend garlic and ginger. Stir everything together until a uniform sauce forms.
Add the Chicken
Nestle the chicken thighs into the sauce making sure each piece is coated. Push them down slightly so they are partially submerged in the sauce for even cooking.
Slow Cook
Cover and cook on low for 6 hours or on high for 3 hours. The chicken is done when it reaches an internal temperature of 165 degrees Fahrenheit and shreds easily with a fork.
Shred and Serve
Use two forks to shred the chicken directly in the slow cooker and stir it back into the sauce. Serve over basmati rice and garnish with fresh cilantro and a squeeze of lime juice.
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