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Slow Cooker Chicken Korma recipe

This Slow Cooker Chicken Korma is a rich and creamy Indian curry made with tender chicken simmered in a spiced yogurt and nut sauce, perfect for an effortless flavorful meal.

Ingredients

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  • 2 lbs boneless, skinless chicken thighs, cut into chunks
  • 1 large onion, finely chopped
  • 3 garlic cloves, minced
  • 1 inch piece of ginger, minced
  • 1 cup plain yogurt
  • 1/2 cup ground almonds
  • 1/4 cup heavy cream
  • 3 tbsp vegetable oil
  • 2 tbsp Korma curry paste or powder
  • 1 tsp ground turmeric
  • 1 tsp ground coriander
  • 1/2 tsp ground cinnamon
  • 1/2 tsp chili powder
  • 1 cup chicken stock
  • Salt to taste
  • Fresh cilantro for garnish

Instructions

  1. Heat the vegetable oil in a pan over medium heat and sauté onions until golden brown.
  2. Add garlic and ginger and cook for 2 minutes until fragrant.
  3. Stir in the korma paste, turmeric, coriander, cinnamon, and chili powder; cook for 1 minute.
  4. Transfer the onion and spice mixture to the slow cooker.
  5. Add chicken pieces, ground almonds, yogurt, chicken stock, and salt; stir to combine.
  6. Cover and cook on low for 6 hours or on high for 3 hours until the chicken is tender.
  7. Thirty minutes before serving, stir in the heavy cream and adjust seasoning if needed.
  8. Garnish with fresh cilantro and serve hot with basmati rice or naan bread.

Notes

For an extra creamy texture, you can add a tablespoon of cashew paste or garnish with toasted almonds before serving.