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Writer's pictureHeather Centurioni

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Coconut Curry Chicken

This slow cooker Coconut Curry Chicken is one of my all-time faves.


INGREDIENTS

6 skinless chicken breasts (you can use thighs, but it's more steps)

1 teaspoon olive oil

2 13.5-oz cans coconut milk, (lite will work too)

2 tablespoons dried basil leaves

2 teaspoons salt

3/4 teaspoon pepper

1 & 1/2 tablespoons yellow curry powder

1/2 teaspoon chili powder

1 large red onion, chopped

8 cloves garlic, minced

2 jalapenos, seeded and finely chopped

1 tablespoon cornstarch

1 tablespoon cold water

1 teaspoon fresh ginger, grated or minced

1/3 to 1/2 cup fresh cilantro, chopped



INSTRUCTIONS

I am using my Instant Pot, if you are using a standard Crock Pot, you will have to brown the chicken in a pan

  • Trim any fat or skin off the chicken breasts

  • Turn IP to saute mode, add 1 teaspoon olive oil

  • When the oil is hot, add breasts 2-3 at a time. Don’t overstuff the pot.

  • Cook for about 2 minutes, until nicely browned on the bottom. Then flip the chicken over to brown the other side for about 2 minutes.

  • Remove the chicken to a plate.

  • Repeat browning process with the other chicken breasts.

  • In the Instant Pot, combine coconut milk, basil, 2 teaspoons salt, 3/4 teaspoon pepper, yellow curry, and chili powder. Stir to combine.

  • Add the chopped red onions, garlic, and jalapenos.

  • Add the browned chicken and stir to combine.

  • Cook on high for 4-5 hours, or on low for 6-8 hours.

  • Remove the chicken from the slow cooker and transfer to a plate or cutting board. Let cool for a couple minutes.

  • Add the ginger to the slow cooker.

  • In a small bowl, combine cornstarch and 1 tablespoon COLD water. Stir until it’s not lumpy. Add this to the crock pot and stir. (this thickens the sauce, you can use Xanthum gum too)

  • Slice or shred the chicken.

  • Return the meat to the slow cooker and stir. Return the lid and cook for another 10 minutes.

  • Season with salt and pepper to taste. Stir in the cilantro.

  • Serve with cauliflower rice.


Enjoy!


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