Slow Cooker Chicken Tikka Masala Recipe 🍗

Ingredients:

- 2 lbs chicken thighs, boneless and skinless

- 1 cup plain yogurt

- 2 tbsp tikka masala spice blend

- 1 onion, chopped

- 2 cloves garlic, minced

- 1 can (14.5 oz) crushed tomatoes

- 1/2 cup heavy cream

- Salt and pepper to taste

- Fresh cilantro for garnish

Instructions:

1. In a bowl, mix yogurt with tikka masala spice blend, garlic, and salt.

2. Place chicken thighs in the slow cooker and pour the yogurt mixture over them.

3. Add chopped onion and crushed tomatoes.

4. Cook on low for 6-7 hours or high for 3-4 hours.

5. Stir in heavy cream before serving and garnish with fresh cilantro.

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🌙 Tikka Masala Spice Blend (Homemade Magic in a Jar)

This blend brings deep, rich, warm flavor to any dish that’s craving a little masala magic. Perfect for your favorite creamy curry recipes, roasted veggies, lentil stews, or even sprinkled over chickpeas and tossed in the oven. Bonus? It smells heavenly while cooking.

✨ Ingredients:

1 tbsp ground cumin
1 tbsp ground coriander
1 tbsp smoked paprika (or sweet paprika)
1 tsp ground turmeric
1 tsp ground cinnamon
1 tsp ground ginger
1 tsp garlic powder
1/2 tsp cayenne (optional – skip or reduce for less heat)
1/2 tsp ground black pepper
1/2 tsp ground cloves (or a pinch if you want it subtle)
1/2 tsp cardamom (green cardamom works beautifully)
1/4 tsp ground nutmeg
1/2 tsp salt (or leave out and salt your dish separately)

🌀 Directions:

Add all the spices to a small bowl or spice jar.
Whisk or shake it up until it’s beautifully blended.
Store in an airtight jar in a cool, dry cabinet for up to 6 months.

🌿 Crunchy Tips:

For extra depth, lightly toast your spices in a dry pan for 1–2 minutes before blending (optional but chef’s kiss).
No garlic powder? Sub in onion powder or skip if your main dish already has fresh garlic.
Use 1 to 2 tablespoons per recipe depending on how bold you want the flavor.

🥄 Food Tips & Ideas:

Sprinkle on roasted cauliflower with a drizzle of olive oil.
Add to a coconut milk simmer sauce for tofu or chickpeas.
Stir into rice, soups, or lentils for a flavor boost.

⚠ Cautions:

Some blends of paprika and cayenne can be intense – go easy if cooking for kids or spice-sensitive folks. Always store away from direct sunlight to preserve flavor.

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