This Slow-Cooker Chicken Tikka Masala is perfect for busy weekdays when you want an easy, delicious, Indian-inspired meal. Toss it all into your Crock Pot and enjoy.
3lbschicken thighs, boneless, skinless, cut into 1-inch cubes
½cupcilantro, freshly chopped, for serving
Instructions
Reserve 1 cup of the yogurt and set aside. Place all remaining ingredients, except for the chicken, into the slow cooker. Stir to combine mixture well.
Use paper towels to pat-dry all chicken pieces to remove excess moisture. Add chicken to the slow cooker.
Cook on low 2 1/2 -3 hours. Gently stir in reserved 1 cup of yogurt and cilantro. Serve over cooked basmati rice. Delicious with naan bread as well.
Notes
The slow-cooker version requires more tomato taste than typical, as the thickness is needed for slow cooking texture.For our authentic Chicken Tikka Masala method, see this recipe.Slow cooker can be fully assembled the night before. Simply turn on slow cooker a couple hours before dinner for a meal that's ready when the family gets hungry!