Slow Cooker Tikka Masala

Ingredients

• 1 1/2 cups plain yogurt
• 1 Tablespoon ground turmeric
• 2 teaspoons ground coriander
• 2 teaspoons ground cumin
• 2 teaspoons garam masala
• 5 garlic cloves, minced
• 1 Tablespoon minced ginger
• 2 teaspoons salt, divided
• 1 teaspoon cracked black pepper
• 2 pounds boneless, skinless chicken thighs
• 2 Tablespoons vegetable oil
• 1 medium onion, chopped
• 1/2 teaspoon crushed red pepper
• 1 can (28 oz.) crushed tomatoes
• 1 can (6 oz.) tomato paste
• 1/3 cup heavy cream
• Cooked rice
• Sliced cucumbers
• Chopped cilantro

Directions

1. Combine yogurt, turmeric, coriander, cumin, garam masala, garlic, ginger, 1 teaspoon salt and pepper in a large plastic zipper bag.
2. Add chicken to bag. Seal and refrigerate overnight.
3. Heat oil in stovetop-safe slow cooker cookware over medium-high heat. Add onion and red pepper, cook until just beginning to soften, about 3 minutes. Stir in tomatoes, tomato paste and remaining 1 teaspoon salt until blended. Place in slow cooker. 
4. Drain chicken and add to slow cooker. Stir to coat chicken.
5. Cover and cook for 3 hours on HIGH or 6 hours on LOW. Stir in heavy cream before serving.
6. Serve over cooked rice with cucumbers and cilantro.

Serves: 6

Test Kitchen Tip: If using a slow cooker with ceramic crock, cook vegetables in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Transfer ingredients to slow cooker crock and cook as directed.