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Crockpot Creamy Coconut Chicken Tikka Masala

Crockpot Creamy Coconut Chicken Tikka Masala for Cozy Nights

Effortless Crockpot Creamy Coconut Chicken Tikka Masala that combines tender chicken with coconut milk and spices for a comforting meal.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 8 hours
Total Time 8 hours 15 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Indian
Calories: 450
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken
  • 2 pounds boneless, skinless chicken thighs Tender and juicy, they hold up well during slow cooking.
For the Sauce
  • 1 can coconut milk Full-fat coconut cream is a great alternative.
  • 3 teaspoons cumin Offers warm, earthy tones.
  • 2 teaspoons coriander Enhances the richness of the dish.
  • 1 teaspoon turmeric Gives vibrant color.
  • 1 tablespoon garam masala The spice blend that brings signature depth.
For the Aromatics
  • 1 onion Adds a sweet, aromatic base.
  • 3 cloves garlic Fresh garlic provides the most flavor.
  • 1 inch ginger Introduces a warm zing.
  • salt & pepper Essential for bringing all flavors together.

Equipment

  • Crockpot

Method
 

Cooking Steps
  1. Start by finely chopping one onion, three cloves of garlic, and a small piece of ginger. Then, cube about two pounds of boneless, skinless chicken thighs into bite-sized pieces.
  2. In a large crockpot, combine the cubed chicken with one can of coconut milk, three teaspoons of ground cumin, two teaspoons of ground coriander, one teaspoon of turmeric, and a tablespoon of garam masala. Add in the chopped onion, garlic, and ginger, along with salt and pepper to taste. Give everything a gentle stir.
  3. Cover the crockpot and set it to cook on low for 6-8 hours or on high for 4-5 hours.
  4. Once the cooking time is complete, gently stir the mixture in the crockpot to combine all the elements into a creamy sauce.
  5. Ladle generous portions of your Crockpot Creamy Coconut Chicken Tikka Masala over fluffy basmati rice or alongside warm naan.

Nutrition

Serving: 1bowlCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 30gFat: 25gSaturated Fat: 18gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 100mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 800mgFiber: 4gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 400IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 2mg

Notes

This dish is perfect for cozy nights in and can be adjusted to suit vegan preferences by substituting chicken with chickpeas or vegetables.

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