Crockpot Chicken Tikka Masala
If you’re looking for a cozy, hands‑off dinner that fits a healthier lifestyle, this Crockpot Chicken Tikka Masala is about to become a weeknight favorite. As a Texas nutritionist who specializes in gluten free recipes and diabetes‑friendly meals, I love creating dishes that feel comforting without the heaviness of takeout. This slow‑cooker version is creamy, warm, pantry‑friendly, and naturally lighter — perfect for anyone managing diabetes, avoiding gluten, or simply wanting a nourishing meal that tastes incredible with minimal effort
Ingredients
- 1.5 lb chicken breakfast
- 3 cloves garlic
- 1 tablespoon grated ginger
- 1 tablespoon garam masala
- 1 teaspoon cumin
- 1 ½ teaspoon paprika
- 1 teaspoon turmeric
- ½ teaspoon coriander
- ¼ teaspoon cayenne (optional)
- 1 can 15 0z tomato sauce
- ½ cup Greek Yogurt
- ¾ cup Half and Half
- 1 tablespoon avocado or canola oil
- 2 tablespoon tomato paste
- 2 tablespoon cilantro
Instructions
- Add chicken to bottom of crockpot
- Mix Greek Yogurt garlic and ginger and add to top of chicken
- Add chicken + spices
- Sprinkle with spices
- Add tomato sauce, tomato paste and oil
- Cook on low 6-7 hours and high 2-3 hours
- The last 15- 20 minutes of cooking time, add half and half. Stir until blended.
Nutrition
Serving: 370gCalories: 300kcalCarbohydrates: 9gProtein: 40gFat: 11gSaturated Fat: 4gSodium: 730mgFiber: 2gSugar: 7g
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