Chicken Tikka Masala

freezer friendly tikka masala recipe

Chicken Tikka Masala

This Chicken Tikka Masala recipe is a creamy, flavorful delight that pairs perfectly with naan bread and basmati rice.
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Cooking Method Slow Cooker, Pressure Cooker
Protien Type Chicken
Diet Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Macro-Friendly
Servings 5 people

Ingredients
  

Add to Freezer Bag:

  • 1 1/2 lb Chicken Breasts or thighs
  • 1 (15 oz) can Unsweetened Coconut Milk shake well
  • 1 (6 oz) can Tomato Paste
  • 1 tbsp Ginger Paste
  • 2 tsp Garlic minced
  • 1 tbsp Brown sugar
  • 1 1/2 tsp Chili Powder
  • 1 tbsp Garam Masala
  • 1 tsp Curry Powder
  • 1 tsp Onion Powder
  • 1 tsp Salt

Instructions
 

To Freeze and Cook Later:

  • Label your freezer bag with the name of the recipe, cooking instructions, and date.
  • Add all ingredients to the freezer bag.
  • Carefully remove as much air as possible, seal and freeze for up to three months

Slow Cooker:

  • Empty the contents of bag into a slow cooker.
  • Cook on low for 4-5 hours, or to an internal temperature of 165F.

Pressure Cooker:

  • Empty contents of bag into a pressure cooker, add 1/4 cup liquid.
  • Turn the pressure to high and cook for 20 minutes, quick pressure release.

Additional Instructions:

  • Shred chicken and return to pot. Allow the meat to sit for a few minutes before serving.
  • Top with fresh cilantro and serve over rice with naan bread and a side of veggies.
  • *Note: You can add veggies such as carrots, diced potatoes, and broccoli to the pot and allow them to cook with the meal to easily add extra veggies to your meal.

Nutrition

Calories: 206kcalCarbohydrates: 11gProtein: 31gFat: 4gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 1gTrans Fat: 0.02gCholesterol: 87mgSodium: 905mgPotassium: 882mgFiber: 2gSugar: 7gVitamin A: 741IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 30mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Don't have Garam Masala? Substitute! Just mix 1 part cumin with ¼ part allspice.
Printable Bag Label Instructions: Click the link below to download the recipe label. Afterward, print it out and tape it to the freezer bag with clear shipping tape for convenient labeling.
**Please note: Bag labels are based on the original recipe. If you’ve adjusted the serving sizes, the cooking time and ingredient amounts on the label may no longer be accurate.
Chicken Tikka Masala Bag Label