Slow Cooker Chicken Tikka Masala

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Everyone's favorite Indian take-out dish, made at home quickly and simply. Even husbands can do it! 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.

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Prep Time:
15 mins
Cook Time:
3 hrs
Total Time:
3 hrs 15 mins
Servings:
6
Yield:
6 servings

Ingredients

  • 1 (28 ounce) can crushed tomatoes

  • 1 small onion, chopped

  • 2 tablespoons garam masala

  • 1 tablespoon minced garlic

  • 1 tablespoon minced fresh ginger root

  • 1 tablespoon kosher salt

  • 1 tablespoon brown sugar

  • ½ teaspoon ground cumin

  • ½ teaspoon ground coriander

  • 2 pounds skinless, boneless chicken thighs

  • ½ cup plain low-fat Greek yogurt

  • ¼ cup chopped fresh cilantro

Directions

  1. Stir tomatoes, onion, garam masala, garlic, ginger, salt, brown sugar, cumin, and coriander together in a slow cooker until well-mixed. Place chicken thighs in tomato mixture.

  2. Cook on High for 3 to 4 hours (or on Low for 6 to 8 hours). Stir yogurt and cilantro into chicken mixture.

Nutrition Facts (per serving)

329 Calories
17g Fat
16g Carbs
30g Protein
Nutrition Facts
Servings Per Recipe 6
Calories 329
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 17g 22%
Saturated Fat 5g 25%
Cholesterol 95mg 32%
Sodium 1232mg 54%
Total Carbohydrate 16g 6%
Dietary Fiber 4g 13%
Total Sugars 4g
Protein 30g 59%
Vitamin C 16mg 17%
Calcium 82mg 6%
Iron 4mg 19%
Potassium 675mg 14%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

** Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.

(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.

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