Slow Cooker Chicken Tikka Masala
September 15, 2025
In the mood for Indian food – but not in the mood for takeout? This Slow Cooker Chicken Tikka Masala simmers all day in your slow cooker to create a creamy, spicy dinner that everyone in your family will love.
Ingredients
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2pounds chicken breasts, cut into 1½-inch chunks
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1large onion, finely chopped
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4garlic cloves, minced
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2tablespoons grated fresh ginger
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1(29 ounce) can of tomato sauce
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2tablespoons olive oil
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1tablespoon garam masala
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2teaspoons ground cumin
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2teaspoons ground coriander
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2teaspoons paprika
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1teaspoon turmeric
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½teaspoon cinnamon
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½teaspoon cayenne pepper (adjust according to your heat preference)
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½teaspoon ground black pepper
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2bay leaves
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1cup coconut milk
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2tablespoons cornstarch
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Juice of ½ lemon
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Chopped cilantro, for garnish
Directions
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1
Lightly grease the inside of your slow cooker with cooking spray. Set aside.
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2
Combine all ingredients except for bay leaves, coconut milk, cornstarch and lemon juice in a large bowl. Stir to combine, making sure the chicken is well coated.
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3
Pour the mixture into the slow cooker and place the two bay leaves on top.
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4
Cover and cook for 8 hours on low (or 4 hours on high).
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5
When done, in a small bowl combine coconut milk and cornstarch and gently stir into the slow cooker chicken mixture. Let cook an additional 20 minutes to thicken up.
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6
Add lemon juice and gently stir to incorporate.
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7
Serve warm with hot rice or naan and garnish with chopped cilantro. Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 5 days.
Recipe source: The Iron You