Slow-Cooker Indian Chicken Tikka Masala with Basmati Rice

This slow-cooker Indian chicken tikka masala is a flavorful and easy-to-make dish that's perfect for a weeknight meal. The chicken is marinated in a blend of spices, then cooked in a creamy tomato sauce. Serve with basmati rice for a complete meal.

Chicken tikka masala is a popular Indian dish that is made with chicken that is marinated in yogurt and spices, then grilled or roasted. The chicken is then simmered in a creamy tomato sauce. The dish is believed to have originated in the Punjab region of India in the early 1900s. There are many different variations of chicken tikka masala, but the basic ingredients are chicken, yogurt, spices, and tomato sauce. This slow-cooker version of chicken tikka masala is a great way to make the dish at home without having to grill or roast the chicken. The slow cooker does all the work for you, and the result is a flavorful and tender chicken dish that is sure to please everyone at the table.

Prep time: 15 | Cook time: 240 | Serves: 4

Ingredients

• 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breasts
• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 1 teaspoon garam masala
• 1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
• 1/4 teaspoon ground turmeric
• 1/4 teaspoon salt
• 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
• 1 (15 ounce) can diced tomatoes

Instructions

1. Place the chicken breasts in a slow cooker.
2. Drizzle with olive oil and sprinkle with garam masala, cumin, turmeric, salt, and pepper.
3. Pour the diced tomatoes over the chicken.
4. Cook on low for 6-8 hours, or on high for 3-4 hours.
5. Serve with basmati rice.

Why It Works

• The slow cooker allows the chicken to cook slowly and evenly, resulting in a tender and flavorful dish.
• The marinade helps to infuse the chicken with flavor.
• The creamy tomato sauce is rich and flavorful, and it pairs perfectly with the chicken.