Slow Cooker Chicken Tikka Masala

Creamy, aromatic Indian-inspired curry made effortlessly in your slow cooker. Tender chicken in a rich tomato-based sauce with warm spices.

Prep
20 min
Cook
360 min
Servings
6
Calories
420
Difficulty
Easy
Cuisine
Indian
Slow Cooker Chicken Tikka Masala - Slow Cooker recipe

Ingredients

  • • 2 lbs boneless chicken thighs
  • • 1 can (14 oz) crushed tomatoes
  • • 1 onion, diced
  • • 4 cloves garlic, minced
  • • 2 tablespoons garam masala
  • • 1 tablespoon cumin
  • • 1 teaspoon turmeric
  • • 1 teaspoon paprika
  • • 1 cup heavy cream
  • • Fresh cilantro for garnish
  • • Basmati rice for serving
  • • Naan bread

Instructions

  1. Step 1: Place chicken thighs in slow cooker. Add crushed tomatoes, onion, and garlic.
  2. Step 2: Sprinkle garam masala, cumin, turmeric, and paprika over the chicken. Stir to combine.
  3. Step 3: Cover and cook on low for 6 hours or high for 3 hours.
  4. Step 4: Shred or cut chicken into bite-sized pieces. Stir in heavy cream.
  5. Step 5: Cook for an additional 15-20 minutes to let flavors meld.
  6. Step 6: Garnish with fresh cilantro. Serve over basmati rice with warm naan.