Authentic Slow Cooker Chicken Curry with Creamy Coconut Milk

Make an aromatic and flavorful slow cooker chicken curry with coconut milk that will fill your kitchen with exotic scents. This recipe combines tender chicken pieces with a rich and creamy coconut curry sauce that is cooked to perfection in a slow cooker. The result is a mouthwatering curry that melts in your mouth and leaves you craving for more. Serve it over steamed rice or with naan bread for a satisfying and comforting meal.

Ingredients

• 2 pounds boneless, skinless chicken thighs, cut into bite-sized pieces
• 1 large onion, finely chopped
• 3 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 tablespoon ginger, grated
• 1 can (14 ounces) coconut milk
• 1 can (6 ounces) tomato paste
• 2 tablespoons curry powder
• 1 tablespoon garam masala
• 1 teaspoon turmeric powder
• 1 teaspoon ground cumin
• 1 teaspoon ground coriander
• 1/2 teaspoon red chili powder (optional, adjust to your preference)
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
• 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
• 1 cup chicken broth
• Fresh cilantro, chopped (for garnish)

Directions

1. In a large skillet, heat the vegetable oil over medium heat. Add the onions and sauté until they turn translucent.
2. Add the minced garlic and grated ginger to the skillet. Sauté for another minute until fragrant.
3. Add the chicken thighs to the skillet and cook until they are browned on all sides.
4. Transfer the browned chicken, onions, garlic, and ginger to a slow cooker.
5. In a separate bowl, whisk together the coconut milk, tomato paste, curry powder, garam masala, turmeric powder, ground cumin, ground coriander, red chili powder (if using), salt, and black pepper.
6. Pour the coconut milk mixture over the chicken in the slow cooker.
7. Add the chicken broth to the slow cooker and stir everything together.
8. Cover the slow cooker and cook on low heat for 6-8 hours or on high heat for 3-4 hours until the chicken is tender and cooked through.
9. Once the chicken curry is cooked, taste and adjust the seasoning if needed.
10. Serve the slow cooker chicken curry over steamed rice or with naan bread.
11. Garnish with freshly chopped cilantro and enjoy!

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