Description
This Crockpot Curry Chicken recipe offers a flavorful and comforting slow-cooked meal featuring tender chicken, golden potatoes, carrots, and a rich coconut curry sauce, perfect for an easy weeknight dinner or meal prep.
Ingredients
Liquid and Sauce Ingredients
- ½ cup low-sodium chicken broth
- 2 tablespoons low-sodium soy sauce
- 2 tablespoons brown sugar
- 1½ tablespoons curry powder
- 13.5 ounces coconut milk (1 can)
- 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
- 2 tablespoons water
- 2 tablespoons fresh lime juice (from 1 lime)
Spices and Seasonings
- ½ teaspoon kosher salt
- ¼ teaspoon ground black pepper
- 4 cloves garlic (minced)
- 1 (1-inch piece) fresh ginger (grated)
Main Ingredients
- 2 pounds boneless, skinless chicken breasts (cut into bite-sized pieces)
- 4 golden potatoes (cubed)
- 2 carrots (sliced)
- 1 onion (diced)
Garnishes
- Fresh cilantro
- Chopped cashews or peanuts
Instructions
- Prepare the sauce: Whisk together the chicken broth, low-sodium soy sauce, brown sugar, curry powder, kosher salt, ground black pepper, minced garlic, and grated fresh ginger directly in the crockpot to create the curry base.
- Add main ingredients: Place the cut chicken breasts, cubed potatoes, sliced carrots, and diced onion into the crockpot and stir well to coat all ingredients evenly with the sauce mixture.
- Cook curry: Cover the crockpot and cook on HIGH for 3-4 hours or on LOW for 4-6 hours until the chicken is cooked through and the vegetables are tender.
- Add coconut milk: Uncover the crockpot and stir in the coconut milk to impart a rich creaminess to the curry.
- Prepare thickening mixture: In a small bowl, mix 2 tablespoons of all-purpose flour with 2 tablespoons of water until smooth to create a slurry that will thicken the curry sauce.
- Thicken the curry: Stir the flour slurry into the crockpot curry, then cover and cook on HIGH for an additional 15-30 minutes until the sauce has thickened to your desired consistency.
- Final stir and rest: Give the curry a good stir; if the sauce is still too thin, turn off the crockpot and let it sit uncovered for a few minutes to allow further thickening.
- Finish and garnish: Squeeze fresh lime juice over the curry for brightness, then garnish with chopped fresh cilantro and chopped cashews or peanuts for added flavor and texture.
- Serve: Serve the curry hot, paired with steamed basmati rice and warm naan bread for a complete meal.
Notes
- Using low-sodium broth and soy sauce helps control the salt content; adjust according to taste.
- Cutting the chicken and vegetables into uniform bite-sized pieces ensures even cooking.
- The flour slurry is essential for thickening the curry; mix it well to avoid lumps.
- Cooking times may vary slightly depending on your crockpot model and settings.
- Garnishing with nuts adds a delightful crunch and flavor contrast.
- This recipe pairs beautifully with basmati rice and naan for an authentic curry experience.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 4 hours
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Slow Cooking
- Cuisine: Indian-inspired