Indonesian Coconut Chicken Crock Pot

Transform your weeknight dinner routine with this Indonesian Coconut Chicken recipe made effortlessly in a crock pot. Succulent bone-in chicken thighs are slow-cooked to perfection in a luxurious, aromatic sauce infused with creamy coconut milk, fresh ginger, garlic, and a medley of vibrant spices like turmeric, cumin, and coriander. The addition of sweet soy sauce (Kecap Manis) lends a subtle caramelized sweetness, while lime juice adds a zesty brightness to the dish. Perfectly paired with fragrant jasmine rice and garnished with fresh cilantro, this easy crock pot chicken recipe delivers authentic Indonesian-inspired flavors with minimal effort. With just 15 minutes of prep and a hands-off cook time, it's a comforting and flavorful meal your family will adore.

Nutriscore Rating: 68/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:300 mins

Total Time:315 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 2 lbs Chicken thighs (bone-in, skinless)
• 14 oz Coconut milk (full-fat)
• 1 medium Yellow onion, chopped
• 3 cloves Garlic, minced
• 1 tbsp Fresh ginger, grated
• 1 tsp Turmeric powder
• 1 tsp Ground coriander
• 1 tsp Cumin
• 2 tbsp Sweet soy sauce (Kecap Manis)
• 0.5 tsp Salt
• 0.5 tsp Black pepper
• 0.25 tsp Red chili flakes (optional)
• 1 tbsp Lime juice
• 2 tbsp Fresh cilantro, chopped (for garnish)
• 4 cups Cooked jasmine rice (for serving)

Directions

Step 1

Prepare the chicken thighs by trimming excess fat and patting them dry with paper towels.

Step 2

In a crock pot, combine the chopped onion, minced garlic, and grated ginger to create a flavor-packed base.

Step 3

Add turmeric powder, ground coriander, cumin, salt, black pepper, and red chili flakes (if using). Stir to evenly coat the aromatics.

Step 4

Pour in the coconut milk and sweet soy sauce (Kecap Manis), and mix well to create a rich and creamy sauce.

Step 5

Place the chicken thighs into the crock pot, ensuring they are fully submerged in the coconut sauce.

Step 6

Set the crock pot to low and cook for 5-6 hours, or until the chicken is tender and easily falls off the bone.

Step 7

Once cooked, stir in lime juice to add brightness and balance to the dish.

Step 8

Serve the Indonesian Coconut Chicken over warm jasmine rice and garnish with freshly chopped cilantro.

Step 9

Enjoy this aromatic and comforting slow-cooked Indonesian-inspired meal!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(2437.5g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	4348.4

Total Fat 198.2g	0%
Saturated Fat 112.4g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.0g
Cholesterol 852.8mg	0%
Sodium 2735.6mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 361.6g	0%
Dietary Fiber 16.9g	0%
Total Sugars 33.9g
Protein 277.5g	0%

Vitamin D 45.4IU	0%
Calcium 396.5mg	0%
Iron 35.7mg	0%
Potassium 4059.1mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 41.1%

Protein: 25.6%

Carbs: 33.3%