Chicken Tikka Masala (Butter Chicken)
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Total time: 2 hr 5 min • Prep: 5 min • Cook: 2 hr • Serves: 2 • Difficulty: Easy
Our slow cooker version of chicken tikka masala (aka butter chicken) uses Greek yogurt for creaminess, along with classic spices like garam masala, cumin, and coriander.
Ingredients
Canned crushed tomatoes
½ cup(s)
Shallots
1 small, finely chopped
Fresh garlic scapes
1 medium, minced
Ginger root
1 tsp(s), grated, and peeled
Garam masala
1¼ tsp(s)
Dark brown sugar
½ tsp(s)
Kosher salt
½ tsp(s)
Ground cumin
¼ tsp(s)
Ground coriander
⅛ tsp(s)
Grilled skinless boneless chicken breast
½ pound(s)
Plain lowfat Greek yogurt
2 tbsp(s)
Cilantro
2 tbsp(s), chopped, plus some for garnish
Instructions
1
In a 2-qt slow cooker, stir together tomatoes, shallot, garlic, ginger, garam masala, brown sugar, salt, cumin, and coriander. Add chicken. Cover and cook 2 to 3 hours on High or 4 to 6 hours on Low. Stir in yogurt and chopped cilantro.
2
Divide evenly between 2 plates or shallow bowls. Garnish with cilantro sprigs and onion.
3
Per serving: 1 chicken thigh and about 1/2 cup sauce
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