Description
Crockpot Coconut Chicken Curry with Crispy Shallot Basil Oil is the ultimate comfort food for chilly evenings. This Thai-inspired dish features tender chicken simmered in a luscious, creamy coconut milk sauce enriched with aromatic spices like turmeric and ginger. The addition of crispy shallot basil oil takes this meal to the next level, providing a delightful crunch and burst of flavor that will tantalize your taste buds. Perfect for busy weeknights or special gatherings, this recipe is easy to prepare in your slow cooker, allowing you to enjoy a delicious homemade meal with minimal effort. Serve it over rice or noodles for a complete dining experience that’s sure to impress family and friends.
Ingredients
- 2 pounds boneless skinless chicken breasts or thighs
- 2 cans full-fat coconut milk
- 3 tablespoons sesame oil or extra virgin olive oil
- 1 tablespoon ground turmeric
- 1/4–1 teaspoon cayenne pepper (to taste)
- 2 cups sweet potato chunks
- Fresh cilantro and basil for garnish
Instructions
- Gather and chop all ingredients: chicken, shallots, garlic, and sweet potatoes.
- In a slow cooker, combine chicken, turmeric, ginger, cayenne pepper, sesame oil, chopped shallots, minced garlic, fresh ginger slices, coconut milk, fish sauce (or soy sauce), kosher salt, and sweet potato chunks.
- Cover and cook on low for about 4 hours or until chicken is tender.
- For crispy shallot basil oil, heat sesame or peanut oil in a pan and fry thinly sliced shallots until golden brown. Stir in chopped basil and chili flakes.
- Shred the cooked chicken in the crockpot before serving over rice or noodles. Top with crispy shallot basil oil.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 4 hours
- Category: Main
- Method: Slow cooking
- Cuisine: Thai
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 650mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 24g
- Cholesterol: 85mg
Keywords: Adjust spice levels according to preference; start with less cayenne pepper if desired. For added flavor, consider marinating the chicken in spices for at least 30 minutes before cooking. Use fresh ingredients for the best taste.