This slow cooker chicken curry with quinoa is a perfect balance of flavors, combining fragrant spices with tender chicken and fluffy quinoa. It's a nutritious and satisfying meal that is easy to prepare and perfect for busy weeknights.
Ingredients
- 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cut into bite-sized pieces
- 1 onion, diced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 can (14 oz) diced tomatoes
- 1 can (14 oz) coconut milk
- 1 cup chicken broth
- 2 tbsp curry powder
- 1 tsp ground turmeric
- 1 tsp ground cumin
- 1 tsp paprika
- 1 cup quinoa, rinsed
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh cilantro for garnish
Directions
- In a slow cooker, combine chicken, onion, garlic, diced tomatoes, coconut milk, chicken broth, curry powder, turmeric, cumin, paprika, salt, and pepper.
- Cover and cook on low for 4 hours, or until chicken is cooked through and tender.
- Stir in quinoa, cover, and cook for an additional 30 minutes, or until quinoa is cooked and liquid is absorbed.
- Adjust seasoning with salt and pepper as needed.
- Serve hot, garnished with fresh cilantro.
- Enjoy your delicious slow cooker chicken curry with quinoa!
Interesting Facts
Quinoa is a complete protein, making it a great addition to this chicken curry for a well-balanced meal.
Using a slow cooker allows the flavors of the curry to meld together slowly, resulting in a rich and aromatic dish.
This recipe can easily be customized with your favorite vegetables or additional spices to suit your taste preferences.