Slow Cooker Easy Chicken Curry

This Slow Cooker Easy Chicken Curry is tender, flavorful, and packed with warm spices. Made in one pot, it’s perfect for a comforting weeknight dinner served over rice or with naan.

If you’re craving a comforting, flavorful dinner with minimal effort, this Slow Cooker Easy Chicken Curry is your new best friend.

Tender chunks of chicken simmer in a rich, aromatic sauce packed with warm spices, garlic, and ginger, creating a dish that’s both cozy and satisfying.

With the slow cooker doing all the work, it’s perfect for busy weeknights or meal prep, and it pairs beautifully with steamed rice, naan, or even roasted vegetables.

This recipe proves that easy doesn’t mean sacrificing flavor!

Why You Will Love This Recipe!

• Hands-off cooking: Just set it in the slow cooker and let it work its magic.
• Tender, juicy chicken: Slow cooking locks in moisture for perfectly soft chicken.
• Rich, flavorful sauce: A blend of spices, garlic, and ginger delivers deep curry flavor.
• Versatile serving options: Perfect over rice, with naan, or alongside roasted veggies.
• Ideal for busy schedules: Minimal prep, maximum taste, and great for meal prep.

Ingredients Needed

• Boneless, skinless chicken breasts or thighs: Tender chicken pieces perfect for slow cooker curry.
• Onion, chopped: Adds savory depth and natural sweetness to curry.
• Garlic cloves, minced: Infuses curry with rich aromatic flavor and warmth.
• Ginger, grated: Fresh ginger adds zingy, slightly spicy flavor to curry.
• Coconut milk: Creamy base that balances spices with smooth richness.
• Curry powder: Classic spice blend creating warm, earthy curry flavor.
• Tomato paste: Adds tangy richness and deepens the curry color.
• Salt: Enhances flavors and balances all the curry spices.
• Black pepper: Provides mild heat and flavor complexity to curry.
• Vegetables (optional, like bell peppers or peas): Adds color, texture, and extra nutrients to curry.

How To Make Slow Cooker Easy Chicken Curry

Step 1: Place the boneless, skinless chicken pieces in the slow cooker. Add chopped onions, minced garlic, and grated ginger on top.

Step 2: Pour in the coconut milk, curry powder, tomato paste, salt, and black pepper. Stir gently to combine everything.

Step 3: If using bell peppers, peas, or other veggies, add them now so they cook evenly with the chicken.

Step 4: Cover the slow cooker and cook on low for 6-8 hours or high for 3-4 hours until the chicken is tender and cooked through. Taste and adjust seasoning with additional salt or pepper if needed. Serve over steamed rice, with naan, or as desired.

Slow Cooker Easy Chicken Curry Recipe Tips

• Cut chicken evenly: Make sure all chicken pieces are roughly the same size for even cooking.
• Customize the heat: Add extra curry powder or a pinch of cayenne if you like a spicier curry.
• Vegetable options: Bell peppers, peas, carrots, or spinach work great—add hearty veggies at the start and delicate greens near the end.
• Thicker sauce: If your curry is too thin, remove the lid during the last 30 minutes of cooking to reduce liquid.
• Flavor boost: Stir in a splash of lime juice or a sprinkle of fresh cilantro before serving for brightness.

Storing Instructions

• Refrigerator: Transfer leftovers to an airtight container and store for up to 4 days.
• Freezer: Place cooled curry in freezer-safe containers and freeze for up to 2 months. Thaw overnight in the fridge before reheating.
• Reheating: Warm gently in a saucepan over low-medium heat or in the microwave, stirring occasionally to prevent sticking.

Slow Cooker Easy Chicken Curry Recipe Faqs

Can I use frozen chicken for this recipe? Yes, but increase the cooking time by 1–2 hours on low to ensure it’s fully cooked.

Can I make this recipe spicy? Absolutely! Add more curry powder, a dash of cayenne, or some chopped fresh chili peppers.

What vegetables work best in this curry? Bell peppers, peas, carrots, and cauliflower all work well and hold up during slow cooking.

Can I freeze leftovers? Yes, allow the curry to cool, then store in an airtight container for up to 3 months.

Can I use light coconut milk? Yes, but the curry will be slightly less creamy and rich in flavor.

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