Ingredients
2 tablespoons butter1 medium onion, chopped4 garlic cloves, peeled, thinly sliced2 teaspoons garam masala2 teaspoons red curry powder1/2 teaspoon chili powder1 teaspoon ground ginger2 tablespoons whole wheat flour1 tablespoon olive oil1 can (14 ounces) coconut milk1/4 cup tomato paste1 teaspoon salt1/4 teaspoon pepper 3 pounds boneless skinless chicken breasts, cut into 1-inch piecesHot cooked riceOptional: Fresh cilantro leaves and naan bread
Preparation
Heat large saucepan over medium-high heat; add butter and onion. Cook and stir until onions are tender, 2-3 minutes. Add garlic, cook until fragrant, about 1 minute. Add garam marsala, curry powder, chili powder and ginger; cook and stir 1 minute longer. Add flour. Drizzle in olive oil until a paste is formed. Whisk in coconut milk and tomato paste; cook and stir until combined and slightly thickened, 1-2 minutes. Season with salt and pepper.
Using an immersion blender, carefully puree spice mixture. Transfer mixture into a 5-qt. slow cooker. Add chicken; gently stir to combine.
Cover and cook on low until chicken is no longer pink, 3-4 hours. Serve with rice. If desired, sprinkle with cilantro and serve with naan bread.
