Chicken Thigh Masala | Easy VitaClay Slow Cooker Recipe

Looking for a cozy, flavor-packed dinner that's simple to make? This Chicken Thigh Masala combines tender chicken thighs with creamy coconut milk, rich tomato sauce, and a blend of warming spices like turmeric, cumin, coriander, and curry powder. Cooked in your VitaClay slow cooker, the clay pot gently develops deep, authentic flavor while keeping the chicken juicy and tender.

Serve it over fluffy turmeric rice and finish with fresh cilantro for a satisfying meal that's perfect for busy weeknights or weekend family dinners.

Prep + Cook: ~60 min | Servings: 4

Setting: Stew

Ingredients

• 4 chicken thighs (bone-in, skin optional)

• ¾–1 cup coconut milk or cream

• 2 cans organic tomato sauce

• ½ yellow onion, thinly sliced

• 2–3 garlic cloves, minced

• 1 Tbsp ginger, grated

• 1 Tbsp each: coriander, curry powder, turmeric

• ½ Tbsp cumin (seeds or ground)

• 2–3 Tbsp coconut sugar

• Salt, to taste

• 1 Tbsp oil/ghee

Directions

1. Heat oil/ghee; sauté cumin, turmeric, curry, coriander, onion, and garlic for 3–5 minutes until aromatic.

2. Transfer to VitaClay; stir in tomato sauce, coconut milk, sugar, and salt.

3. Nestle chicken in sauce.

4. Stew for 45 minutes (30 minutes for boneless) until cooked through; optional extra 10–15 minutes for deeper flavor.

5. Let sit on Warm for 10–15 minutes. Serve over turmeric rice and garnish with cilantro.

    

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   Recipe and image courtesy of Tara Middleton, Holistic Chef