I love crock pots and how you set it and forget it. So this past weekend, when I was able to think straight and could organize a meal 8 hours before dinner time, I found a recipe for a healthy Chicken Tikka Masala from Well and Good. It was super easy, delicious, and healthy.
![The dinner.](https://josiegirlblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/02/Screen-Shot-2017-02-25-at-4.37.14-PM.png)
The dinner.
Ingredients:
* 1 lb chicken breast or thighs, cut into bite-sized pieces
* 1 large onion, diced
* 1 tsp minced garlic
* 1/4 tsp ginger
* 1–2 tsp garam masala
* 2 tsp paprika
* 28 oz can of crushed tomatoes
* 1 tsp tumeric
* 2 tsp sea salt
* 2 Tbsp tomato paste
* 1 tsp cumin
* 1/2 tsp cinnamon
* 1 cup full-fat coconut milk
Directions:
* Cube the chicken breasts and place them in the slow cooker. Then add all the ingredients except for the coconut milk.
![Cubing meat -- the only difficult part of this recipe.](https://josiegirlblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/02/Screen-Shot-2017-02-25-at-4.36.25-PM.png)
Cubing meat — the only difficult part of this recipe.
![Onions and spices.](https://josiegirlblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/02/Screen-Shot-2017-02-25-at-4.36.31-PM.png)
Onions and spices.
![MORE spices.](https://josiegirlblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/02/Screen-Shot-2017-02-25-at-4.36.36-PM.png)
MORE spices.
![The tomato paste and sauce and mix around.](https://josiegirlblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/02/Screen-Shot-2017-02-25-at-4.36.43-PM.png)
The tomato paste and sauce and mix around.
* Then, stir it all together and turn the slow cooker on low for six hours or high for three hours. And “set it and forget it.”
![SIX HOURS! Yes, you must think ahead on this recipe. But it is worth it. And then your dinner is ready and you don't even have to prepare anything.](https://josiegirlblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/02/Screen-Shot-2017-02-25-at-4.36.50-PM.png)
SIX HOURS! Yes, you must think ahead on this recipe. But it is worth it. And then your dinner is ready and you don’t even have to prepare anything.
* With 30 minutes left, add the coconut milk. Stir and then serve over rice. Top with fresh cilantro. Voila! Easy peasy, hearty, filling, and delicious winter treat!
![Creamy and hearty -- but with no cream or unhealthy fats.](https://josiegirlblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/02/Screen-Shot-2017-02-25-at-4.36.56-PM.png)
Creamy and hearty — but with no cream or unhealthy fats.
![You want leftovers, trust me.](https://josiegirlblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/02/Screen-Shot-2017-02-25-at-4.37.08-PM.png)
You want leftovers, trust me.
Happy weekend. Happy cooking and happy eating!
Oh my, does this look tasty! Can’t wait to try it.
I love when you share recipes! Always different but look so amazing.