Slow Cooker Chicken Tikka Masala – Easy & Creamy Recipe! (Better Than Takeout!)

heavy cream

🥗Healthier: coconut milk

💰Cheaper: milk + cornstarch

Coconut milk reduces calories while adding creaminess.

chicken

🥗Healthier: tofu

💰Cheaper: chickpeas

Tofu provides a plant-based alternative with lower cost.

yogurt

🥗Healthier: Greek yogurt

💰Cheaper: sour cream

Greek yogurt offers similar tang with more protein.

garam masala

🥗Healthier: curry powder

💰Cheaper: mixed spices

Curry powder is often more accessible and affordable.

In a bowl, mix Greek yogurt, lemon juice, garam masala, cumin, coriander, paprika, turmeric, salt, and cayenne.

Toss in boneless, skinless chicken thighs and coat well with the marinade.

Let the chicken marinate for at least 30 minutes, or overnight for better flavor.

Hit the sauté button on the slow cooker and melt some butter.

Add chopped onions and cook until soft and golden.

Stir in garlic and ginger, cooking for about a minute until fragrant.

Optionally, sear the marinated chicken in the slow cooker for 2-3 minutes per side for added flavor.

Pour in tomato sauce, diced tomatoes, tomato paste, and a touch of sugar, stirring to combine.

Put the lid on the slow cooker and set it to low for 6-8 hours or high for 3-4 hours.

After cooking, stir in heavy cream or coconut milk and let it warm through for about 10-15 minutes.

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