Indian-Spiced Braised Chicken

Indian-Spiced Braised Chicken (from Martha Stewart Everyday Food, April 2007)

Serves 4 (Fed my family of 2 adults & 4 young'ns)
Prep: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 4 hours on high or 8 hours on low

Ingredients:
1 1/2 lbs. boneless, skinless chicken thighs
1 medium onion, halved and thinly sliced
1 can (14.5 oz) diced tomatoes, drained
2 Tbsp. tomato paste
1 Tbsp. grated ginger (from a 1-inch piece)
2 garlic cloves, minced
1/2 tsp. ground coriander
1/4 tsp. ground cayenne pepper (I used a scant 1/4 tsp. because of the kids)
coarse salt and ground pepper
1/2 c. plain yogurt
1/4 c. chopped fresh cilanto
1/2 tsp. garam masala (optional)
cooked white rice, for serving

1. In a 5-6 qt. slow cooker, stir together chicken, onion, tomatoes, tomato paste, ginger, garlic, coriander, and cayenne; season with salt and pepper.
2. Cook on high 4 hours (or low for 8) until fork-tender. Stir in yogurt, cilantro, and garam masala, if using. Serve with rice.

We have a great Indian Restaurant here in Cache Valley that is impressively authentic. I love most everything I've had there and this was comparable. I was happy with the results.