Description
A creamy and flavorful Indian dish made with tender chicken cooked in a rich buttery tomato sauce. Perfect for an easy dinner.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1.5 lbs boneless, skinless chicken thighs
- 1/2 cup plain yogurt
- 2 tbsp lemon juice
- 1 tbsp garam masala
- 1 tbsp grated ginger
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/2 tsp turmeric
- 1/2 tsp cayenne pepper
- 1 can (14 oz) tomato sauce
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 4 tbsp butter
- 1 tsp salt
- Fresh cilantro for garnish
Instructions
- Mix yogurt, lemon juice, garam masala, ginger, garlic, turmeric, and cayenne in a bowl.
- Add chicken and coat well. Marinate for 30 minutes or overnight.
- Place marinated chicken in slow cooker. Add tomato sauce and stir.
- Cook on low for 5-6 hours or high for 3-4 hours.
- Stir in heavy cream and butter. Cook for another 15 minutes.
- Garnish with cilantro and serve with rice or naan.
Notes
- For spicier flavor, increase cayenne pepper.
- Replace heavy cream with coconut milk for a dairy-free option.
- Store leftovers in the fridge for up to 3 days.
- Prep Time: 30 mins
- Cook Time: 5 hours
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Slow Cooking
- Cuisine: Indian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 420
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 700mg
- Fat: 28g
- Saturated Fat: 16g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 32g
- Cholesterol: 160mg
