Creamy Slow Cooker Thai Chicken Curry Delight
Indulge in the rich and aromatic flavors of this Creamy Slow Cooker Thai Chicken Curry Delight. This mouthwatering dish is perfect for busy weeknights, allowing you to prep in just a few minutes, then letting your slow cooker do the work while you enjoy the enticing aromas wafting through your home. With the perfect balance of spicy and sweet, and loaded with tender chicken, vibrant vegetables, and creamy coconut milk, this curry is a feast for the senses. Serve it over fluffy white rice or aromatic coconut rice to soak up every drop of this delightful sauce. Share it with friends and family for a comforting meal they'll always remember.
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Servings
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Calories
17
Ingredients
Ingredients
Red curry paste
4 ounces (Thai Kitchen brand)
Water
2 cups (N/A)
Chicken bouillon
2 teaspoons (Better than Bouillon brand)
Fish sauce
2 tablespoons (N/A)
Brown sugar
2 tablespoons (N/A)
Chicken breasts
1.5 lbs (Cut thinly into pieces)
Red bell pepper
1 (Sliced)
Onion
1 small (Cut thin)
Fresh ginger paste
1 tablespoon (N/A)
Lime juice
1 tablespoon (N/A)
Coconut milk
2 (400 ml) cans (Chaokoh brand)
Crushed red pepper flakes
1/2 teaspoon (Optional)
Sriracha sauce
1 tablespoon (Optional)
Thai basil leaves
6 leaves (N/A)
Bamboo shoots
4 ounces (N/A)
Baby corn
15 ounces (N/A)
Fresh green beans
2 cups (Or 2 cups of other vegetables)
Instructions
1
In a large bowl, combine the red curry paste, water, chicken bouillon, fish sauce, and brown sugar to create a flavorful base; stir thoroughly until the bouillon and sugar are fully dissolved.
2
Place the thinly sliced chicken breasts into the crock pot, followed by the red bell pepper, onion, fresh ginger paste, lime juice, and optional crushed red pepper flakes and sriracha sauce; mix well to ensure everything is evenly coated.
3
Cover the crock pot and cook on high for 3 hours, or until the chicken is tender and fully cooked through.
4
After 3 hours, add your choice of fresh green beans or other vegetables along with the bamboo shoots and baby corn; cover and cook for an additional hour until the vegetables are tender yet crisp.
5
Finally, stir in the coconut milk and heat through on low for about 15-20 minutes to ensure everything is combined and warm; avoid cooking on high to prevent the coconut milk from separating.
6
Serve hot over a bed of steamed white rice or coconut rice, and garnish with fresh Thai basil leaves for an added touch of flavor.
Nutrition Information
Frequently Asked Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Creamy Slow Cooker Thai Chicken Curry Delight?
It is a rich and aromatic slow-cooked meal featuring tender chicken, vibrant vegetables, and a creamy coconut milk base.
What brand of red curry paste is suggested?
The recipe recommends using the Thai Kitchen brand for the red curry paste.
How much red curry paste is needed?
You will need 4 ounces of red curry paste for this recipe.
What type of chicken bouillon is used?
Better than Bouillon brand chicken bouillon is recommended for the best flavor profile.
How should the chicken be prepared?
The 1.5 lbs of chicken breasts should be cut thinly into pieces.
What is the first step in the instructions?
Combine the red curry paste, water, chicken bouillon, fish sauce, and brown sugar in a large bowl and stir until dissolved.
How long does the chicken cook initially?
The chicken and initial aromatics should be cooked on high for 3 hours.
When should I add the fresh green beans?
Add the green beans after the initial 3 hours of cooking, along with the bamboo shoots and baby corn.
How long do the vegetables cook?
Once added, the vegetables should cook for an additional hour until they are tender yet crisp.
When is the coconut milk added?
Stir in the coconut milk at the very end, heating it through on low for about 15-20 minutes.
Why should I cook the coconut milk on low?
You should avoid cooking on high after adding coconut milk to prevent it from separating.
What brand of coconut milk is suggested?
The recipe suggests using two 400 ml cans of Chaokoh brand coconut milk.
What vegetables are included in this curry?
The curry includes red bell pepper, onion, bamboo shoots, baby corn, and fresh green beans.
Can I make the curry spicier?
Yes, you can add optional crushed red pepper flakes and sriracha sauce to increase the heat level.
What aromatics are used in this dish?
The dish uses fresh ginger paste and lime juice for aromatic depth.
Is there a recommended garnish?
Fresh Thai basil leaves are the recommended garnish for an added touch of flavor.
What side dishes pair well with this curry?
It is best served over a bed of steamed white rice or aromatic coconut rice.
How much fish sauce is required?
The recipe calls for 2 tablespoons of fish sauce.
Can I use different vegetables than green beans?
Yes, you can substitute the green beans with 2 cups of any other vegetables of your choice.
What is the total cooking time in the slow cooker?
The total cooking time is approximately 4 hours, followed by 15-20 minutes for the coconut milk.
Does the recipe contain sugar?
Yes, it uses 2 tablespoons of brown sugar to help balance the spicy and savory flavors.
How many cans of coconut milk are needed?
Two (400 ml) cans are required for this recipe.
How much ginger is required?
The recipe calls for 1 tablespoon of fresh ginger paste.
What is the purpose of the bamboo shoots?
Bamboo shoots add a traditional texture and flavor common in Thai curries.
How do I ensure the flavor base is properly mixed?
Stir the mixture thoroughly until the bouillon and sugar are fully dissolved before adding to the crock pot.
Is lime juice added during or after cooking?
1 tablespoon of lime juice is added at the beginning of the slow cooking process with the chicken.
What type of onion should I use?
One small onion, cut thin, is recommended for this dish.
How many bamboo shoots are needed?
The recipe requires 4 ounces of bamboo shoots.
What amount of baby corn is used?
A 15-ounce container or amount of baby corn is used in the recipe.
How much sriracha is recommended for extra spice?
You can add 1 tablespoon of sriracha sauce if you prefer a spicier curry.