Every day I fall just a little more in love with my slow cooker.
First there was pulled pork, then black beans….now, chicken tikka masala! The best yet. By far.
In fact, it was so good that I made it twice in one week. No lie! I made it once to surprise Adam since tikka masala is his favorite, then after he told me it was one of the best things he’s ever eaten, I made it again a few days later for a friend’s birthday dinner.
We just couldn’t get enough. It kicked my previous recipe for tikka masala to the curb (which I thought was quite delicious, thank you very much!) and I’m sharing the recipe now with everyone I know. And don’t know. You’ll thank me later!
Quite simply, it’s one of the best meals to come out of my kitchen. It’s worth the price of a cheap slow cooker from Target for sure, and leftovers taste even better the next day.
The recipe for this plateful of love can be found on The Tasty Kitchen Blog, complete with my step-by-step photos.
You want this. Trrrrrrrrust me…you really, really do.
Casey @ Pocket Full of Sunshine
October 18, 2011 at 6:56 amI do trust you. 🙂 looks so delicious!
Cait's Plate
October 18, 2011 at 7:03 amWhy is life just so much better when you have a slow cooker? This looks incredible.
By the way, went back and watched your vintage 1960’s video last night – even better the second time around, it really was SO good!
Gina @ Running to the Kitchen
October 18, 2011 at 7:06 amI loved your last one! I made it for my dad a few months ago for dinner. He was born and raised in India so he had quite his share of chicken tikka and he loved it too 🙂
Charlotte Marie
October 18, 2011 at 7:15 amI am so excited about this! Love the original recipe and making it in a slow cooker makes it even easier. Thanks!
Joelle (on a pink typewriter)
October 18, 2011 at 7:24 amGahhh, I need to buy a slowcooker!
Averie @ Love Veggies and Yoga
October 18, 2011 at 7:26 amTikka masala…and in a slow cooker…and kicking your other recipe to the curb? Ok, I am sold! Headed over to check it out now…
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Destini
October 18, 2011 at 7:40 amThis looks soo amazing! I love slow cooker recipes for the convenience. I will for sure be making this REAL soon. Fantastic Post
Lys
October 18, 2011 at 7:42 amThis looks incredible! Do you think that this could be converted to a non-slow cooker version, say cooked in a pot for a shorter amount if time, to cook just veg for vegetarian friends? I live tikka masala and want my friends to enjoy those flanked as well, despite not being able to eat chicken.
Lys
October 18, 2011 at 7:42 amThis looks incredible! Do you think that this could be converted to a non-slow cooker version, say cooked in a pot for a shorter amount if time, to cook just veg for vegetarian friends? I live tikka masala and want my friends to enjoy those flanked as well, despite not being able to eat chicken.
Carolyn @HealthKitten.com
October 18, 2011 at 7:42 amI lurve Tikka Masala! I’m going to make this very, very soon!!
Sweet Marcella
October 18, 2011 at 7:46 amI’ve been wanting to try Rebecca’s slow cooker chicken tikka masala for a loooong time! I think ill try it this week! Mmmmmm
amy walters, aDESIGNdock
October 18, 2011 at 7:56 amLove Tikki Masala…so I just know I’m gonna love this recipe 😉 Hopping over to the Tasty Kitchen as we speak! Thanks Jenna.
Cat @Breakfast to Bed
October 18, 2011 at 7:57 amThis looks a crapton cheaper than delivery. I neeeeeed to make it.
Krystina (Organically Me)
October 18, 2011 at 8:15 amIf I made this, my boyfriend would be ecstatic that I’m saving him $30 on Indian take out.
Kristin
October 18, 2011 at 8:15 amGirl I have a recipe for a slow cooker crustless pumpkin pie that you serve in a mug with a dollop of whipped cream and it is HEAVEN!!! Let me know and I’ll send it to ya if you don’t have something like it already!
Charlotte Marie
October 18, 2011 at 8:16 amOne quick question about this – do you think it would be okay for it to cook on Low for a lot longer than 5 hours? Like even 9 – 10 hours? I tend to make meals in the crock pot that I can leave all day while I’m at work…thoughts? Thanks!
Moni'sMeals
October 18, 2011 at 8:17 amI know about 500 people that would LOVE this recipe!!! I trust you and what a great idea with Indian…
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Emmy (Wine and Butter)
October 18, 2011 at 8:34 amI want a slow cooker sooooo much! Unfortunately my most recent order was a blender, which was recorded as delivered but never arrived ( I just have to talk about this to everyone everywhere all the time. sorry! my husband thinks I am obsessed). ANYWAYS im in the midst of some massive corporate debate about THAT right now – but as soon as that is sorted – slow cooker here I come. My husband loves Indian, so Im sure he will be crazy about this!!
Leslie Means @ Her View From Home
October 18, 2011 at 8:47 amYea this seems perfect for a cold day – and in a slow cooker!! I was just telling my hubby that I needed a new recipe for the crock pot. THANKS!!
Erin
October 18, 2011 at 9:10 amI don’t use my slow cooker nearly enough. Maybe this one will set me over the edge into slow-cooking-obsessed,
Chelsea g
October 18, 2011 at 9:38 amHow funny! I made up a batch of tikki masala today too! But I cheated. Mine was chicken, sauteed onion, tomato and a jar of tikki masala simmering sauce. I’ll give you the laurel crown for making it from scratch.
Lauren @ What Lauren Likes
October 18, 2011 at 9:38 amDefinetly trust you!! Great recipe 🙂
katie @KatieDid
October 18, 2011 at 10:09 amLove my slow cooker! It’s the closest thing to having a boyfriend or parent prepare a meal for me the moment I walk through the door. Miss those days!
Jen
October 18, 2011 at 10:25 amWhat size slow-cooker should you cook this in?
jenna
October 18, 2011 at 10:35 amMine is a 5-quart cooker and it worked fine!
Addy
October 18, 2011 at 11:15 amMy neighbor just regifted me with a HUGE Crock Pot….can’t wait to try this sometime this weekend! I love Indian food!
jenna
October 18, 2011 at 11:48 amwoah..best re-gift ever!!
Rachael @ FreshlyMinted
October 18, 2011 at 11:56 amOur only Indian restaurant within a 75 mile radius closed last year…. this might just fill the gaping hole in my heart!
Slow cooker for the win (again!)
Emma
October 18, 2011 at 1:13 pmThis post reminded me how much I love chicken tikka masala, but I also realized that since I recently had to cut out dairy, I can’t have it! Do you by any chance know a dairy free recipe or have ideas for substitutes??
Sally
October 18, 2011 at 1:17 pmEmma, Could you try coconut milk? The full fat stuff in a can is a pretty good sub for cream. . . .
Sally
October 18, 2011 at 1:17 pmTHANKYOU THANKYOU THANKYOU!
Can you tell I’m excited. Chicken Tikka Masala is one of my favorite meals!
Katt
October 18, 2011 at 2:46 pmYour right on time with this. I attempting a version of Tikka Masala last night, but I love the slow cooker more! Will be trying this soon.
Alexa @ SimpleEats
October 18, 2011 at 7:02 pmSounds amazing! Tikka massala is my favorite dish ever! I’ve never thought of making it homemade!
Lora @cakeduchess
October 18, 2011 at 7:13 pmI bet this was delicious! You’ve inspired me to take out my slow cooker:)
Priyanka
October 19, 2011 at 1:15 pmLooks so delicious…!!!
The photos are perfect.
Kahea
October 19, 2011 at 7:05 pmI saw your post yesterday and decided to try making this tikka masala today. And ohmygodsogood!!! Thanks for sharing!
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Laura
October 20, 2011 at 5:46 pmMade this for dinner tonight and my husband said that he will always remember this meal. Definitely a keeper! Thank you 🙂
Alex
October 23, 2011 at 5:00 pmI made this for dinner tonight, with a couple of tweaks (I cheated and used a jar of TJ masala simmer sauce, and then doctored it up with extra tomatoes and spices). Excellent! Thank you!
Katie
October 23, 2011 at 7:07 pmThank you for sharing this recipe! I made it today and it was absolutely amazing. Chicken Tikka Masala is one of my favorite orders when I go to Indian restaurants, but this recipe blows everything else out of the water.
Erica
October 24, 2011 at 10:30 amMade this last night and it was AMAZING. My roommate and I were in shock that this actually came out of our kitchen! Thank you for sharing – keep this type of recipe coming!
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Tara
October 29, 2011 at 4:05 pmit was delicious! now, wondering, can I freeze the rest? what do you think?
Gina
November 6, 2011 at 2:07 pmI love slow cookers.I’m definitely trying this one!
Sandra
November 13, 2011 at 10:56 amI made this last night and it came out soooooooo good! The fresh cilantro is such a nice complement to the creamy tikka masala. Even after boyfriend and I ate way too much we still have enough leftover for at least 4 more meals! Great recipe!
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jen
November 18, 2011 at 10:04 ami made this last night and it is hands down one of the best meals i’ve ever made…so delicious! i’m currently borrowing a friend’s slow cooker…but will definitely be adding one to my christmas list! thanks for the awesome recipe jenna!!!
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Tammy
January 3, 2012 at 6:03 pmyummmmmm thanks for posting.
indian+slow cooker = amazing
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spicegirl
January 29, 2012 at 6:08 amThis was one of the best meals I have ever made. Ever. Thanks for sharing!
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Mandie
April 1, 2012 at 8:42 pmJust made this tonight and it was soooo delicious! Have been a reader for a while but never commented, until now. Had too after sucks fantastic meal. Thank you Jenna!
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Mary
May 21, 2012 at 3:56 pmMade this last night–it was so good! Thank you!
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Robin Sabins
August 28, 2012 at 5:40 pmTHIS IS DELICIOUS!!! I did modify.
Mary
September 6, 2012 at 3:10 pmThis is my new favorite, go-to recipe! I made this Friday night. Followed your recipe exactly – except – I did add 1 tbsp. of smoked paprika along with the garam masala. This was so good. We ate it for dinner Friday night and for breakfast/brunch on Saturday, and I think we finished off a wee bit on Sunday.
The peas add a lot, don’t they? Interesting. Really, really good. THANK YOU!
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Talia
March 14, 2013 at 9:01 amApparently Adam isn’t alone in his sentiments about this chicken! I made this last night for dinner, and my boyfriend’s words were: “Ummm, this chicken? May be the most incredible thing you’ve ever made.” [He then followed it up with, “I want a garam masala-chicken-scented candle,” at which point I decided that he’d probably had too much wine].
Thank you for yet another delicious recipe, Jenna!
Christina
April 3, 2014 at 5:31 pmMy husband loves loves loves this recipe. New favorite. He’s always been wary of Indian food, but now he wants me to cook more of it! BTW, I thought I had yogurt at home, but all I really had was mango Noosa. And it ended up being really good. Thank you!