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Slow Cooker Chicken Korma

Quick & Simple Meals
A rich, creamy, and flavorful Indian-inspired chicken korma made easy in the slow cooker — perfect for a hands-off weeknight dinner.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 3 hours
Total Time 3 hours 15 minutes
Servings 6
Calories 400 kcal

Ingredients
  

  • 2 pounds chicken thighs or breasts cut into chunks
  • 1 large onion chopped
  • 3 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 tablespoon fresh ginger minced
  • 1 14 oz can coconut milk
  • 1/2 cup Greek yogurt
  • 1 14 oz can diced tomatoes
  • 3 tablespoons korma curry paste or powder
  • 1 teaspoon garam masala
  • 1/2 teaspoon turmeric
  • Fresh cilantro for garnish

Instructions
 

  • (Optional) Sauté onion, garlic, and ginger until fragrant.
  • Place chicken in slow cooker.
  • Add aromatics, coconut milk, tomatoes, curry paste, spices, salt, and pepper.
  • Cook on LOW for 5–6 hours or HIGH for 2.5–3 hours.
  • Stir in Greek yogurt (and almonds if using) before serving.
  • See full steps with tips & photos → https://mischacrossing.com/slow-cooker-chicken-korma/

Notes

  • For a nutty twist, stir in ground almonds before serving.
  • Add baby spinach in the last 15 minutes for extra greens.
  • Leftovers taste even better the next day — perfect for meal prep.