Slow Cooker Chicken Tikka Masala

Ingredients

2 pounds boneless, skinless chicken thighs, cut into pieces
1/2 cup whole milk plain yogurt
1 large yellow onion sliced.
3 garlic cloves, minced
1 tablespoon fresh minced ginger
2 teaspoons ground coriander
2 teaspoons garam masala
1 teaspoon ground turmeric
1 teaspoon ground cumin
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon pepper
2 tablespoons tomato paste
1 can (15 ounces) diced tomatoes, drained
1 can (8 ounces) tomato sauce
1 cup fresh cilantro, chopped

Directions

Grease the bottom of the slow cooker with oil or butter.

Place the onion, garlic, ginger, coriander, turmeric, garam masala, salt, pepper and diced tomatoes in the bottom of the slow cooker. Stir to combine.

Add the tomato paste and mix to combine.

Place the chicken, yogurt, and can of tomato sauce in the slow cooker, and stir to fully coat the chicken.

Cover the slow cooker and cook on high for 4 to 4 1/2 hours. Avoid removing the lid while cooking.

Ladle portions into individual bowls or plates.

Garnish with cilantro and/or smoked paprika.