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Chana Masala in the Slow Cooker

This Slow Cooker Chana Masala recipe is super easy and budget friendly! Try this popular Indian vegetable dish, with a distinct sweet and sour flavor!
Prep Time10 minutes
Cook Time6 hours
Servings - 4 servings

Ingredients 

  • 4 cups water
  • 1 large onion, diced
  • 28 oz. can diced tomatoes
  • 6 oz. can tomato paste
  • 1 cup chopped fresh cilantro leaves
  • 2 tsp garam masala
  • 2 tsp garlic powder
  • 1 tsp cumin
  • 1/2 tsp cayenne pepper (more if you like more of a kick)
  • 1 tsp ground coriander
  • 1 tsp turmeric
  • 1 tsp 1 tsp sea salt
  • 2 15 oz. cans chickpeas
  • Serve over Basmati Rice

Instructions

  • Combine everything except the chickpeas in your slow cooker and turn on low for 6-8 hours.
  • After 6 or 8 hours, add chickpeas and then cook 2 more hours, until they are tender and have incorporated the Indian flavors.
  • Prepare rice and serve Slow Cooker Chana Masala over Basmati rice.