Simple Crock Pot Chicken Curry

Unleash the flavors of Indian-inspired comfort food with this Simple Crock Pot Chicken Curry that brings rich, aromatic spices to your table with minimal effort. Tender pieces of chicken, creamy coconut milk, and hearty vegetables like potatoes and carrots simmer together in a crock pot to create a perfectly spiced and deeply satisfying curry. Featuring a blend of curry powder, garam masala, turmeric, and a hint of cayenne for optional heat, this dish is balanced with the sweetness of coconut milk and the tang of diced tomatoes. With just 15 minutes of prep time, your slow cooker does all the work, ensuring melt-in-your-mouth chicken and a beautifully infused curry sauce. Serve it over steamed rice or with warm naan, and garnish with fresh cilantro for an irresistibly flavorful, family-friendly dinner. Perfect for busy weeknights or cozy weekends, this recipe is destined to become a go-to favorite in your meal rotation!

Nutriscore Rating: 71/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:240 mins

Total Time:255 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 2 pounds chicken breasts or thighs (boneless, skinless)
• 1 medium yellow onion, diced
• 3 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 teaspoon ginger, grated
• 2 tablespoons curry powder
• 1 teaspoon garam masala
• 1 teaspoon turmeric
• 1 teaspoon cumin
• 0.25 teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional, for heat)
• 1 can (13.5 oz) canned coconut milk, full fat
• 1 can (14.5 oz) diced tomatoes
• 0.5 cup chicken broth
• 2 medium potatoes, peeled and diced
• 2 large carrots, sliced
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
• 2 tablespoons cilantro, chopped (for garnish)
• 4 servings cooked rice or naan (for serving)

Directions

Step 1

Place the chicken breasts or thighs in the bottom of the crock pot.

Step 2

Add the diced onion, minced garlic, and grated ginger on top of the chicken.

Step 3

Sprinkle the curry powder, garam masala, turmeric, cumin, and cayenne pepper evenly over the ingredients.

Step 4

Pour the canned coconut milk, diced tomatoes, and chicken broth into the crock pot.

Step 5

Add the diced potatoes and sliced carrots. Season with salt and black pepper.

Step 6

Stir gently to combine all the ingredients, ensuring the chicken pieces are submerged in the liquid.

Step 7

Cover the crock pot with its lid and set it to cook on high for 4 hours or on low for 6-7 hours.

Step 8

Once done, shred or cut the chicken into bite-sized pieces, if desired, and mix it back into the curry.

Step 9

Taste and adjust seasoning with more salt, if needed.

Step 10

Serve the chicken curry hot over cooked rice or with naan, garnished with freshly chopped cilantro.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(3031.6g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	3471.7

Total Fat 128.7g	0%
Saturated Fat 90.2g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0g
Cholesterol 771.1mg	0%
Sodium 8101.8mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 266.0g	0%
Dietary Fiber 26.0g	0%
Total Sugars 41.7g
Protein 315.6g	0%

Vitamin D 63.5IU	0%
Calcium 565.4mg	0%
Iron 41.2mg	0%
Potassium 7248.5mg	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: 33.2%

Protein: 36.2%

Carbs: 30.5%