Ingredients
Scale
- 2 lbs boneless, skinless chicken breasts or thighs, cut into chunks
- 1 cup heavy cream or coconut cream for dairy-free options
- 1 can (14 oz) diced tomatoes with juice
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 small onion, finely chopped
- 2 tablespoons butter or margarine
- 2 teaspoons ground cumin
- 1 teaspoon garam masala
- 1 teaspoon turmeric powder
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon chili powder (adjust to taste)
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh cilantro for garnish
Instructions
- Start by seasoning your chicken chunks with salt, pepper, cumin, garam masala, turmeric, paprika, and chili powder. Ensure the chicken is well-coated with spices.
- For extra flavor, sear the seasoned chicken in a hot skillet with a little oil until lightly browned. This step is optional but recommended for depth of flavor.
- Place the chicken into your crockpot. Add chopped onions, garlic, diced tomatoes, and butter. Stir to combine.
- Set the slow cooker to low and cook for 6-8 hours, or on high for 3-4 hours, until the chicken is tender and flavors meld.
- Once cooked, stir in heavy cream or coconut cream. Let it simmer uncovered for 15-20 minutes until the sauce thickens slightly. Adjust seasoning if needed.
Notes
- For a richer flavor, add a splash of coconut milk or full-fat yogurt.
- Adjust the chili powder for spiciness according to taste.
- Use Greek yogurt instead of heavy cream for a lighter, healthier option.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 6-8 hours (low) or 3-4 hours (high)
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Slow cooker
- Cuisine: Indian Inspired
- Diet: Flexible, can be adapted to dairy-free or gluten-free
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 420 Kcal
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 520mg
- Fat: 28g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 16g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 35g
- Cholesterol: 120mg