Name: Slow Cooker Tandoori Chicken
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 300 min
Total time: 310 min
Ingredients: 2 lb Bone-In Chicken Thighs, no skin*; 2 tbsp Garam Masala; 2 tbsp Raw Honey; 1 tbsp Chili Powder; 1 tbsp Garlic Powder; 1 tbsp Ground Cumin; 2 tsp Salt; 2 tsp Tumeric; 1/2 tsp Ground Ginger; 1/2 tsp Cayenne Pepper (optional)*; 14.5 oz can Full Fat Coconut Milk; 1 Gallon Freezer Bag

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Tandoori Chicken Slow Cooker Freezer Meal

This healthy tandoori chicken slow cooker freezer meal is by far one of my most popular dishes! If you have ever tried tandoori chicken before then you probably already know why!

This Tandoori Chicken Slow Cooker recipe is a fast easy healthy dish you can make at home!

On meal prep days in our house my aim is always to be done as quickly as possible.

If you are nervous about trying out a chicken curry recipe at home then you have found the perfect recipe to do so with. This recipe is one of my top recipes that people love! This recipe is sure to become a new family favorite!

Tip: Squeezing a lime or lemon wedge over your dish adds a fresh note and also looks pretty on a plate when you serve!

*If your kids don’t like spice omit the crushed red pepper from the dish and add some to your plate when you eat dinner.

Why you will love This Tandoori Chicken Recipe

10 Minutes to Prep
Super Easy
Extremely Tasty
Healthy (Soy Free, Gluten Free, Dairy Free, Preservative Free)
Family Friendlyslow

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Is tandoori chicken healthy?

YES! There are no processed sugars in this recipe. It is also very diet friendly being gluten free, dairy free, nut free, preservative free and paleo friendly.
Only natural sweeteners like raw honey. Its also gluten free, top off rice or cauliflower rice with this insane tandoori chicken recipe.

Ingredients you will need for this tandoori chicken.

chicken thighs
garam masala
raw honey
chili powder
garlic powder
ground cumin
salt
turmeric
ground ginger
cayenne pepper (optional)
full fat coconut milk

What is raw honey? Is it different from regular honey?

Raw honey comes straight from the honey comb. It is cleaned of any bits of comb but does not undergo a pasteurization process which leaves it a bit cloudy because this is honey in its pure natural form.
Regular honey undergoes a pasteurization process making it pure and very consistent in it coloring. It also does not solidify.
The pasteurization process may decrease the health benefits that raw honey has to offer by lowering the number of antioxidants and nutrients in the honey. You may use raw or regular honey but because of the health benefits I always recommend using raw honey.

How to make the tandoori sauce?

SUPER EASY! In the past sauces have intimidated me. This tandoori sauce makes itself in the slow cooker while the chicken cooks and absorbs all that delicious tandoori sauce!

How to make this tandoori chicken recipe in the slow cooker?

Just throw everything into a slow cooker or crock pot and let it cook for you. No mess, no fuss and a delicious home-cooked dinner!

What kind of chicken can I use in this recipe?

This recipe will work for chicken legs, thighs, chicken breasts. Whatever you have available. My personal favorite is to use chicken thighs bone-in no skin because I love the extra flavor you get from cooking with bones.

What to serve with this tandoori chicken slow cooker recipe?

Serve over rice (or cauliflower rice for paleo) and enjoy with naan bread or some grilled veggies on the side. You could also add some pickled veggies.

How to store this healthy tandoori chicken slow cooker recipe?

After cooking store in fridge in an airtight container for 3-5 days.

Do I need a slow cooker for this recipe?

You can use a slow cooker or crock pot for this recipe. It is designed to be fast and easy so you do not have to take the time to cook all night.

Can I use an instant pot instead?

Of course! If you are tight on time or a last minute cook then throw everything in the instant post and adjust cook time. For slow cooker to instant pot conversion times click here to get a simple instant pot cheat sheet. You will never have to guess or research an instant pot cook time again!

*See FAQ’s and specific tips following recipe below. (so you don’t have to scroll for a million years to find the food ).

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Slow Cooker Tandoori Chicken

Savory tandoori chicken in the slow cooker orcrock pot! This 10 minute prep recipe is perfect for a freezer meal or a fasteasy family dinner any night!

Prep Time10

Cook Time5

Total Time5 10

Course: Main Course

Cuisine: American, Indian

Keyword: Tandoori Chicken Slow Cooker

Servings: 6 Adults

Calories: 506kcal

Author: Hannah Stewart

Equipment

Slow Cooker or Crock Pot

Ingredients

Ingredients:

2 lb Bone-In Chicken Thighs, no skin*
2 tbsp Garam Masala
2 tbsp Raw Honey
1 tbsp Chili Powder
1 tbsp Garlic Powder
1 tbsp Ground Cumin
2 tsp Salt
2 tsp Tumeric
1/2 tsp Ground Ginger
1/2 tsp Cayenne Pepper (optional)*
14.5 oz can Full Fat Coconut Milk

Supplies for freezing:

1 Gallon Freezer Bag

Instructions

Add all ingredients into slow cooker and stir.
Cook on low 6-8 hours or high 3-4 hours.
Shred chicken, remove bones and stir back into slow cooker.
Serve over basmati rice (cauliflower rice if paleo).

Freezer Directions:

Label Freezer bag with Recipe name, cooking from freezer directions and expiration date (todays date plus three months).
Add all ingredients to labeled freezer bag.
Seal bag, removing as much air as possible and freeze for up to three months.

Cooking from Freezer Directions:

Thaw overnight in fridge or in the morning in water (meal may not be 100% thawed but that is ok).
Dump contents of freezer bag into slow cooker.
Cook on low 6-8 hours or high 3-4 hours.
Shred chicken, remove bones and stir back into slow cooker.
Serve over basmati rice (cauliflower rice if paleo).

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I forgot to thaw my freezer meal, now what?

No problem! Just throw the freezer meal in your slow cooker and you’re all set. If it doesn’t fit thaw it for a few minutes in warm water. (You may need to add an extra 30 minutes cook time if completely frozen when cooking).

What goes well with tandoori chicken?

Light and plain sides go really well because of tandoori having so much flavor. I love serving tandoori chicken with a side of naan, some pickled veggies or maybe some yogurt and mint dip. You could also add a simple salad or fruit for a simple side.

Can you simmer sauce in a slow cooker?

Yes! Slow cookers are great because they cook your dish slowly basically simmering your meat and sauce together so you get juicy tender meat and a delicious simmered sauce.

How many calories are in a serving?

A serving size assumes 1 1/2 cup of tandoori chicken over rice at 500 kcal per serving.

Can I use this recipe in my instant pot?

Absolutely. You may have to play around with cook times. If you’re interested in an instant pot cheat sheet for cook times click here!

Is chicken tandoori keto?

This tandoori chicken is. Traditional tandoori comes with gluten, sugars and additives but this tandoori chicken is made with clean ingredients making it great for a keto diet.

What does tandoori chicken taste like?

Tandoori chicken has a great balance of sweet and savory full of middle eastern flavors like garam masala, ginger and garlic!

How do you eat tandoori chicken?

I love serving this tandoori chicken on top of rice or with naan bread to make an amazing tandoori chicken bowl.

Whats the difference between tandoori chicken and tikka masala?

The main difference between tandoori chicken recipes and Tikka Masala chicken recipes is the meat used and way the dish is cooked. Tandoori chicken tends to have bones in when cooked where as Tikka Masala tends to be boneless pieces of meat skewered and grilled. For more info on tikka masala vs tandoori chicken.

Is the slow cooker good for Indian cooking?

Yes! Slow cookers are great for Indian food and all types of other cuisines! Not only is a slow cooker convenient but it also slowly cooks your meat, veg and spices all together getting you full flavor!

Can you freeze cooked tandoori chicken?

Sure! You can freeze cooked tandoori chicken in individual portions for an easy meal throughout the week.

Can I keep tandoori chicken in the fridge?

Yes! This tandoori chicken recipe with stay good in the fridge stored in a sealed container for 3-5 days.

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9 Comments

Meryl Lendor says:

July 9, 2020 at 10:51 am

Hello! This post couldn’t be written any better! Reading this post reminds me of my old room mate! He always kept talking about this. I will forward this post to him. Fairly certain he will have a good read. Thank you for sharing!

1. Hannah Stewart says:
  
  July 9, 2020 at 1:08 pm
  
  Thank you so much!
  
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Salvador says:

August 21, 2020 at 3:01 pm

Excelente

1. Hannah Stewart says:
  
  August 21, 2020 at 7:48 pm
  
  Thank you!

Tandoori Chicken Slow Cooker Freezer Meal

Tandoori Chicken Slow Cooker Freezer Meal

This Tandoori Chicken Slow Cooker recipe is a fast easy healthy dish you can make at home!

Tip: Squeezing a lime or lemon wedge over your dish adds a fresh note and also looks pretty on a plate when you serve!

Why you will love This Tandoori Chicken Recipe

How to store this healthy tandoori chicken slow cooker recipe?

Do I need a slow cooker for this recipe?

Can I use an instant pot instead?

How do you make this Recipe? 👇