Crockpot Chicken Tikka Masala

Here is a fool-proof Crockpot Chicken Tikka Masala recipe for you, that you’ll absolutely love! This flavorful, aromatic deliciousness will have you swooning!

This Crockpot Chicken Tikka Masala recipe is just bursting with flavor! Your house will smell AMAZING while this heavenly meals scent permeates your home! It’s almost intoxicating!

I have tested and tweaked this recipe multiple times, in an attempt to get the PERFECT recipe. My husband and kids were probably so sick of me by the time I nailed it, but now rave about it! Each time I make it, and they ask what’s for dinner, I tell them and they respond with “Yes!!!” Such a positive response!

Word of caution, this meal is somewhat spicy. If you or your kiddos can’t handle spicy food, leave the cayenne pepper and red pepper flakes out. The paprika and chili powder will still give it a touch of spice, but we’ve found that adding sour cream to the bowl of the sensitive eater helps A TON!

This meal comes together very quickly. The longest part is the “slow cooking” portion of it. But it’s the slow cook that helps the chicken to be so moist and tender! The chicken is cooked so perfectly that it falls apart as you try to shred it. You don’t even have to try!

I love meals that are super easy to make, and delightful to eat!

Grab your Crockpot and let’s go!

Equipment:

Crockpot

Ingredients:

• Onion
• Chicken breasts
• Canned tomato sauce
• Fresh ginger
• Garam masala
• Paprika
• Turmeric
• Curry powder
• Salt
• Minced garlic
• Black pepper
• Cayenne pepper
• Red pepper flakes
• Ginger powder
• Cumin
• Nutmeg
• Cloves
• Molasses
• Chili powder
• Garlic powder
• Canned coconut milk
• Heavy cream

Now, I know what you’re thinking. This recipe does have a ton of ingredients. But TRUST ME, the combination of all the ingredients creates an unforgettable experience. Your mouth will thank you!

Let’s just take a moment to appreciate all the flavors that go into this meal.

This is my favorite part of making the meal. Sure it’s easy to throw together, smells amazing while cooking, and tastes out-of-this-world delicious, but THIS it beautiful to me! Seeing all those spices sitting on the sauce, before being mixed in and cooked. 17 different flavors go into this tomato base(plus heavy cream and coconut milk) to create something MAGICAL, both in beauty and flavor.  Seeing this brings me so much joy!

Steps:

1. In a large mixing bowl, add the tomato sauce, fresh ginger, minced garlic, molasses, and ALL the spices. Whish together really well, making sure all the spices are fully incorporated.(Pictured above.)

2. Dice your onion and place in your Crock-Pot.

3. Place the chicken breasts in the crockpot on top of the onions.

4. Pour the tomato sauce mixture over the chicken and onions.

5. Place the lid on the Crock-Pot.

6. Cook on low for 6-8 hours.

7. About 30 minutes before being finished, pull the chicken breasts out of the Crock-Pot and shred them with forks.

8. Place the shredded chicken back into the Crockpot, along with the coconut cream and heavy cream.

9. Stir the masala well, then put the lid back on and cook the remaining 30 minutes.

10. Enjoy!

This meal is AMAZING on its own, but it’s also great served with my Garlic Naan Bread Recipe and Basmati rice. Lately, I’ve even been dipping corn tortilla chips in it,  as well. Get creative, and enjoy the experience!