Slow Cooker
Chicken Tikka Masala
Preparation
Total Time: 8 hr 15 min
Prep: 15 min
Cook: 8 hr
Serves: 8
Difficulty: Easy
Everyone’s favorite Indian takeout dish, lightened up in a slow cooker.
Ingredients
canned crushed tomatoes
28 oz
uncooked onion(s)
1 small, minced
minced garlic
1 Tbsp
ginger root
1 Tbsp, fresh, minced
garam masala
2 Tbsp
dark brown sugar
1 Tbsp
ground cumin
½ tsp
ground coriander
½ tsp
uncooked boneless skinless chicken thigh(s)
2 pound(s)
kosher salt
1 Tbsp
plain lowfat Greek yogurt
½ cup(s)
cilantro
¼ cup(s), fresh, chopped (optional)
Instructions
Combine all ingredients, except yogurt and cilantro, in 4- to 6-quart slow cooker. Cook on high for 3 to 4 hours or low for 6 to 8 hours. Stir in yogurt and cilantro. Yields about 1 cup chicken with sauce per serving.
Notes
Chicken thighs can hold up to a long, slow cook time - they may shred if left in for too long but the dish will still be just as delicious. You can easily double this recipe. It freezes well.
