Coconut Chicken in Crock Pot
Indulge in the rich, exotic flavors of Coconut Chicken made effortlessly in your crock pot! This silky, slow-cooked dish features tender, boneless chicken breasts bathed in a creamy coconut milk sauce infused with aromatic garlic, ginger, and a blend of warm spices like curry powder and paprika. Slightly sweetened with honey and brightened with a splash of lime juice, the dish strikes a perfect balance of sweet and savory. Best of all, the crock pot does all the work, making it an ideal option for busy weeknights or laid-back weekends. Serve over fluffy rice and garnish with fresh cilantro for a hearty, flavorful meal that’s as easy as it is satisfying. Perfect for fans of creamy chicken recipes, coconut milk dishes, and slow-cooked comfort food!
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Ingredients
- 4 pieces chicken breasts (boneless and skinless)
- 400 ml coconut milk (full-fat)
- 1 medium onion (finely chopped)
- 4 cloves garlic (minced)
- 1 tablespoon ginger (grated)
- 1 tablespoon curry powder
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 2 tablespoons honey
- 2 tablespoons lime juice
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 tablespoon coconut oil (or vegetable oil)
- 2 tablespoons fresh cilantro (chopped, for garnish)
- 2 cups rice (optional, for serving)
Directions
Step 1
Heat the coconut oil in a skillet over medium heat. Lightly sear the chicken breasts for 2-3 minutes per side until golden brown. This step is optional but helps to lock in the flavors.
Step 2
Transfer the chicken breasts to the crock pot.
Step 3
In the same skillet, sauté the chopped onion, minced garlic, and grated ginger for 2-3 minutes until fragrant.
Step 4
Add the curry powder and paprika to the skillet, stirring for 1 minute to toast the spices.
Step 5
Pour in the coconut milk and stir to combine, scraping up any browned bits from the skillet. Add the honey, lime juice, salt, and black pepper, then mix well.
Step 6
Pour the coconut milk mixture over the chicken breasts in the crock pot.
Step 7
Cover and cook on low for 4-5 hours, or on high for 2-3 hours, until the chicken is tender and fully cooked (internal temperature of 165°F/74°C).
Step 8
Once cooked, taste the sauce and adjust seasoning if needed.
Step 9
Serve the coconut chicken over cooked rice and garnish with freshly chopped cilantro.
Step 10
Enjoy your comforting and delicious Coconut Chicken!
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (1789.3g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 2965.8 |
| Total Fat 136.6g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 105.2g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 0.0g | |
| Cholesterol 591.6mg | 0% |
| Sodium 4991.9mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 199.0g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 13.7g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 54.5g | |
| Protein 238.7g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 90.5IU | 0% |
| Calcium 243.7mg | 0% |
| Iron 29.9mg | 0% |
| Potassium 3382.3mg | 0% |
Source of Calories