Slow Cooker Chicken Tikka Masala

INGREDIENTS

large boneless skinless chicken breasts, cut into 1-inch pieces

4 tbsp

butter

medium onion, chopped

4 cloves

garlic, minced

2 tbsp

fresh ginger, minced

2 tbsp

Garam masala

1 tbsp

cumin

2 tsp

paprika

1/2 tsp

coriander

1 tsp

turmeric

1/2 tsp

cinnamon

1 tsp

salt, to taste

1/2 tsp

black pepper

1 tsp

cayenne pepper

1 28 ounce can

crushed tomatoes

1 1/2 cups

plain yogurt

1/4 cup

lemon juice

1 cup

heavy cream

3 tbsp

cornstarch

Chopped cilantro, for garnish (optional)

Rice or Naan Bread (optional)