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Slow Cooker Thai Red Curry Chicken

Slow Cooker Thai Red Curry Chicken

Recipe Details

Prep 15 m
Cook 240 m
Total 255 m
Serves 4
Calories 480 kcal
Level Medium

"This Slow Cooker Thai Red Curry Chicken features succulent chicken thighs simmered in a rich, velvety coconut milk sauce infused with authentic spices. It is a foolproof, set-it-and-forget-it meal that delivers deep, restaurant-quality Thai flavors with minimal effort."

1 Ingredients

Qty Item
1.5 lbs Chicken Thighs (boneless, skinless)
14 oz Full-fat Coconut Milk
3 tbsp Thai Red Curry Paste
1 tbsp Fish Sauce
1 tbsp Brown Sugar
1 tbsp Ginger (freshly grated)
3 cloves Garlic (minced)
1 large Red Bell Pepper (sliced)
1 cup Snap Peas
1 tbsp Fresh Lime Juice
0.25 cup Fresh Thai Basil

2 Instructions

1

Cut the chicken thighs into bite-sized pieces and place them into the slow cooker insert.

2

In a medium bowl, whisk together the coconut milk, red curry paste, fish sauce, brown sugar, grated ginger, and minced garlic until the paste is fully dissolved.

3

Pour the sauce over the chicken and stir to ensure every piece is coated.

4

Cover and cook on Low for 4-6 hours or High for 2-3 hours. The chicken should be tender and cooked through.

5

Approximately 30 minutes before serving, stir in the sliced red bell peppers and snap peas. This keeps them crisp-tender rather than mushy.

6

Just before serving, stir in the fresh lime juice and Thai basil. Serve hot over steamed jasmine rice or rice noodles.


πŸ’‘ Tips & Tricks

  • Β·

    Use full-fat coconut milk for a rich, creamy sauce. Light coconut milk will result in a much thinner consistency.

  • Β·

    Searing the chicken in a pan for 2 minutes before adding to the slow cooker adds a deeper caramelized flavor.

  • Β·

    If you prefer a thicker sauce, whisk 1 tablespoon of cornstarch with 1 tablespoon of water and stir it in during the last 30 minutes of cooking.

  • Β·

    Don't skip the lime juice at the end; the acidity balances the richness of the coconut milk and the saltiness of the fish sauce.


? Frequently Asked Questions

Can I use chicken breast instead of thighs?
Yes, you can use chicken breast, but reduce the cooking time by about an hour as they dry out faster in a slow cooker.
Is this recipe spicy?
It has a moderate heat. If you prefer it milder, use 1-2 tablespoons of curry paste. For more heat, add sliced Thai bird's eye chilies.
Can I freeze this curry?
Yes, this freezes well for up to 3 months. However, the vegetables may soften significantly upon thawing and reheating.
What can I use if I can't find Thai basil?
You can substitute with regular sweet basil, though the flavor will lack the slight anise/liquorice note of Thai basil.

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