Paleo Slow Cooker Chicken Tikka Masala
Flavorful and healthy dinner option Paleo Slow Cooker Chicken Tikka Masala
Ingredients
- 2 lbs boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cut into bite-sized pieces
- 1 large onion, diced
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tbsp fresh ginger, minced
- 2 tbsp ghee or coconut oil
- 2 tbsp tomato paste
- 1 cup canned crushed tomatoes
- 1 cup full-fat coconut milk
- 1 tbsp garam masala
- 1 tsp paprika
- 1 tsp turmeric
- 1/2 tsp ground cinnamon
- 1/2 tsp ground coriander
- 1/2 tsp cumin
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/4 tsp cayenne pepper
- Fresh cilantro, chopped (for garnish)
Instructions
- Heat the ghee or coconut oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the chicken and cook until browned, about 4-5 minutes per side. Transfer the chicken to the slow cooker.
- In the same skillet, add the onion, garlic, and ginger and cook until softened, about 3-4 minutes. Add the tomato paste and cook for another 1-2 minutes.
- Add the crushed tomatoes, coconut milk, garam masala, paprika, turmeric, cinnamon, coriander, cumin, salt, and cayenne pepper to the skillet and stir to combine. Bring the mixture to a simmer and cook for 3-4 minutes.
- Pour the tomato and spice mixture over the chicken in the slow cooker.
- Cover the slow cooker and cook on low for 6-8 hours or on high for 3-4 hours.
- Serve the chicken tikka masala over cauliflower rice and garnish with fresh cilantro.
Notes
fat 12g protein 22g calories 162kcal carbs 13g
Nutrition
Calories: 162kcalCarbohydrates: 13gProtein: 22gFat: 12g
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