Easy Slow Cooker Chicken Recipe
This easy slow cooker chicken curry is the perfect hands-off meal for a busy weeknight. It’s packed with bold spices, tender chicken, and a creamy coconut sauce that’s rich and flavorful. Just throw everything in the slow cooker, let it simmer, and enjoy a delicious homemade curry with minimal effort!
Ingredients
- 2 chicken breasts cut into 1-inch pieces
- 5 cloves garlic minced
- 1 tbsp ginger grated
- 3 tbsp curry powder medium
- 1 tsp garam masala
- 1/2 tsp red chili flakes
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1 can 13.5 oz coconut milk
- 1 cup chicken broth
- 1 onion chopped
- 1.5 cups frozen green peas
- 4 carrots chopped
- 2 bay leaves
- 1 cinnamon stick or 1/2 tsp ground cinnamon
Instructions
- Place the chicken, garlic, ginger, curry powder, garam masala, chili flakes, salt, coconut milk, chicken broth, onion, carrots, bay leaves, and cinnamon into the slow cooker. Stir everything together.
- Cover and cook on low for 6-8 hours or high for 3-4 hours until the chicken is tender.
- Stir in the frozen peas and cook uncovered on high for another 15-30 minutes.
- Remove bay leaves and cinnamon stick before serving. Pair with rice or naan for a complete meal!
Notes
- This is a set-it-and-forget-it recipe—just dump everything in and let the slow cooker do the work.
- If you prefer a thicker curry, stir in a cornstarch slurry (1 tbsp cornstarch + 2 tbsp water) during the last 30 minutes.
- Pair this dish with basmati rice or garlic naan for the best experience!