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Crockpot Coconut Chicken Curry

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πŸ₯₯ This Crockpot Coconut Chicken Curry offers a creamy, comforting, and flavorful meal that’s perfect for hands-off cooking.
🌿 The crispy shallot basil oil adds a crunchy, aromatic finish that elevates this Thai-inspired dish to a restaurant-quality experience.

  • Total Time: 4 hours 10 minutes to 6 hours 10 minutes
  • Yield: 6 servings

Ingredients

– 2 pounds chicken (mix of breast and thighs)

– 1 tablespoon ground turmeric

– 2 teaspoons ground ginger

– 1/4 to 1 teaspoon cayenne pepper (adjust to taste)

– 3 tablespoons sesame oil

– 1 whole shallot

– 4 cloves garlic

– 1 inch piece of fresh ginger

– 2 cans (standard size) coconut milk

– 2 tablespoons fish sauce (or tamari/soy sauce)

– 2 cups sweet potatoes (peeled and diced)

– 1/2 cup fresh cilantro (chopped)

– 3 to 4 shallots (thinly sliced)

– 1/2 cup sesame oil or peanut oil (for frying)

– 1 to 3 tablespoons Thai red curry paste

– Fresh basil leaves (to taste)

– Chili flakes (to taste)

– Salt (to taste)

– Basmati rice or cauliflower rice (for serving)

– Fresh cilantro (for garnish)

– Lime wedges (for serving)

– Naan or flatbread (for serving)

Instructions

1-First Steps: Mise en Place and Preparation: Begin with trimming and seasoning your 2 pounds of chicken mix. Dice the onion, mince the garlic, and grate the ginger to build a solid base. This prep sets the stage for that deep, inviting flavor we love in Crockpot Coconut Chicken Curry.

2-Building and Cooking the Curry: Once prepped, layer everything in the slow cooker and let it cook low and slow. For deeper taste, you can quickly sear the chicken first, but it’s optional for this easy method. Adjust cooking times based on your needs, like adding sweet potatoes later to keep them from getting too soft.

3-Finishing Touches: After cooking, thicken the sauce and stir in fresh cilantro for a final flavor boost. While that’s happening, whip up the crispy shallot basil oil to add a crunchy topping. Serve it all over rice for a complete, comforting dish that hits the spot every time.

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Notes

⏲️ Add sweet potatoes later when cooking longer to avoid mushy texture.
🌢️ Adjust cayenne pepper and chili flakes to control spiciness.
πŸ₯₯ Use good quality coconut milk and fresh herbs for best flavor impact.

  • Author: Brandi Oshea
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cooking time: 4 to 6 hours (slow cooker)
  • Cook Time: 4 to 6 hours (slow cooker)
  • Category: Main Dish
  • Method: Slow Cooking
  • Cuisine: Thai-inspired
  • Diet: Gluten-Free

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 serving
  • Calories: 472