Ingredients
Scale
- 1.5 pounds of boneless, skinless chicken breasts or thighs, cut into chunks
- 1 large onion, finely chopped
- 3 cloves of garlic, minced
- 1-inch piece of fresh ginger, grated
- 1 can (14 oz) of coconut milk
- 1 can (14 oz) of diced tomatoes
- 2 tablespoons of curry powder
- 1 teaspoon of ground cumin
- 1 teaspoon of turmeric
- 1 teaspoon of paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon of cayenne pepper (optional for heat)
- Salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
- Fresh cilantro, chopped (for garnish)
- 2 tablespoons of cooking oil or ghee
- Optional: vegetables like bell peppers, potatoes, or carrots
Instructions
- Sauté the aromatics: Heat oil or ghee in a skillet. Add onions, garlic, and ginger. Cook until onions are translucent, about 5 minutes.
- Combine ingredients in the slow cooker: Transfer the sautéed mix to the slow cooker. Add chicken, coconut milk, tomatoes, spices, and seasonings.
- Cook: Stir well, cover, and cook on low for 6-8 hours or high for 3-4 hours until chicken is tender.
Notes
- Use bone-in chicken for richer flavor, adjusting cooking times accordingly.
- For a thicker sauce, uncover during the last 30 minutes of cooking.
- Enhance flavor with a squeeze of lime or lemon before serving.
- Garnish with cilantro for added freshness.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 6 hours
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Slow Cooker
- Cuisine: Indian
- Diet: Gluten-Free
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 350 Kcal
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 16g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 85mg