Description
Crockpot Coconut Curry Chicken is a delightful weeknight dish that transforms tender chicken into a creamy, fragrant curry. With the perfect blend of sweet coconut milk and aromatic spices, this recipe creates an unforgettable meal that requires minimal effort. Simply toss the ingredients into your crockpot and let it simmer while you enjoy your evening. Serve it over rice or noodles, and watch as your family gathers around the table, enchanted by its delicious aroma.
Ingredients
Scale
- 3–4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5 lbs)
- 1 can (13.5 oz) full-fat coconut milk
- 2 tbsp curry powder
- 2 tsp fresh ginger, grated
- 4 garlic cloves, minced
- 2 cups mixed vegetables (bell peppers and carrots)
- 1 cup low-sodium chicken broth
- 2 tbsp fresh lime juice
- Fresh cilantro for garnish
Instructions
- Chop vegetables into bite-sized pieces and grate fresh ginger.
- Add whole chicken breasts to the crockpot followed by coconut milk, curry powder, chicken broth, ginger, garlic, and chopped vegetables. Stir gently.
- Cover and cook on low for 6-8 hours or high for 3-4 hours.
- About 30 minutes before serving, stir in lime juice.
- Once cooked (chicken should shred easily), serve over rice or noodles topped with fresh cilantro.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 6 hours
- Category: Main
- Method: Crockpot
- Cuisine: Asian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 14g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 85mg