Description
Crockpot Creamy Coconut Chicken Tikka Masala is a delightful fusion of rich spices and creamy coconut milk that transports your taste buds to India. This easy-to-make dish features tender chicken simmered in a flavorful sauce, creating a comforting meal perfect for any occasion. Whether it’s a cozy family dinner or an impressive dinner party, this recipe promises satisfaction with minimal effort.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5 lbs)
- 1 can (14 oz) full-fat coconut milk
- 1 medium onion, chopped
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tbsp grated ginger
- 2 tbsp tikka masala spice blend
- 1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped (for garnish)
- Juice of 1 lemon
- 2 tbsp tomato paste
- 1 tsp sugar
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- 1. Prepare your ingredients: Chop the onion and mince the garlic and ginger.
- 2. Sauté aromatics: In a skillet over medium heat, sauté onions until golden brown. Add garlic and ginger; cook until fragrant.
- 3. Add chicken & spices: Place chicken breasts in the crockpot and sprinkle with tikka masala spice blend.
- 4. Create sauce mixture: In a bowl, mix coconut milk, tomato paste, sugar, salt, and pepper, then pour over the chicken.
- 5. Cook: Cover and cook on low for 6 hours or high for 3 hours until chicken is tender enough to shred.
- 6. Finish with freshness: Stir in lemon juice before serving and garnish with chopped cilantro.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 6 hours
- Category: Main
- Method: Slow Cooking
- Cuisine: Indian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 400mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 90mg