Slow Cooker Chicken Tikka Masala Easy Comfort Food

Ingredients

• 2 lbs (900g) boneless, skinless chicken thighs, cut into 1-inch pieces
• 1 tbsp (15ml) olive oil
• 1 large onion, chopped
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 inch (2.5cm) ginger, grated
• 1 green bell pepper, chopped
• 1 (14.5 oz / 410g) can diced tomatoes, undrained
• 1 (10 oz / 283g) can tomato soup
• 1 cup (240ml) heavy cream
• 1/2 cup (120ml) chicken broth
• 2 tbsp (30ml) tomato paste
• 2 tbsp (30ml) garam masala
• 1 tbsp (15ml) curry powder
• 1 tsp (5ml) turmeric powder
• 1/2 tsp (2.5ml) chili powder (or to taste)
• 1/2 tsp (2.5ml) salt (or to taste)
• 1/4 tsp (1.25ml) ground black pepper
• 2 tablespoons chopped fresh cilantro, for garnish (optional)