Description
Experience the delightful flavors of this Slow Cooker Chicken Korma Recipe, a perfect blend of aromatic spices and tender chicken simmered in creamy coconut milk. This dish is marinated in a rich spiced yogurt, allowing the chicken to soak up the vibrant flavors for a comforting dinner that’s sure to impress. With minimal preparation time and effortless cooking, you’ll have a delicious meal ready to enjoy any night of the week. Serve it alongside fluffy rice or warm naan for a satisfying dining experience that your family and friends will love.
Ingredients
Scale
- 175 g full-fat Greek yogurt
- 1 kg boneless skinless chicken thighs
- 1 medium yellow onion (chopped)
- 6 cloves garlic (minced)
- 2-inch piece of fresh ginger (minced)
- 400 ml full-fat coconut milk
- 1 tbsp garam masala
- 1 tbsp ground cumin
- 1 tbsp ground coriander
- ¼ tsp mild or medium curry powder
- 2 tsp turmeric (divided)
- 1 tsp chili powder
- 1 tsp chili flakes
- Zest of 1 lemon
- Salt and pepper (to season)
- 1 shallot (finely chopped)
- 1 tbsp olive oil (plus more if needed)
- 4 tbsp tomato paste
Instructions
- In a mixing bowl, combine Greek yogurt with garam masala, ground cumin, ground coriander, curry powder, turmeric, chili powder, chili flakes, and lemon zest. Mix well.
- Add halved chicken thighs to the marinade ensuring they're well-coated. Cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes.
- In a skillet over medium heat, sauté chopped onion and shallot in olive oil until softened. Add minced garlic, ginger, and remaining turmeric; cook until fragrant.
- Transfer marinated chicken into the slow cooker; top with sautéed aromatics, tomato paste, and coconut milk. Season with salt and pepper.
- Cook on low for about 6 hours or until chicken is tender.
- Adjust seasoning if needed before serving hot with rice or naan.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 360 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Slow cooking
- Cuisine: Indian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (250g)
- Calories: 380
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 460mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 14g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 26g
- Cholesterol: 130mg