Name: Slow Cooker Basil Chicken in Coconut Curry Sauce
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 4 h
Total time: 4 h 15 min
Cuisine: Asian
Ingredients: 6 bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs, skin removed (approx. 2.5 lbs); 1 tsp oil; 2 (13.5 oz) cans coconut milk, full-fat or lite; 2 tbsp dried basil leaves; 2 tsp salt; 0.75 tsp pepper; 1.5 tbsp yellow curry powder; 0.5-0.75 tsp chili powder; 1 large red onion, chopped; 8 cloves garlic, minced; 2 jalapenos, seeded and finely chopped; 1 tbsp cornstarch; 1 tbsp cold water; 1 tsp fresh ginger, grated or minced

Description

A delicious and easy slow cooker recipe for basil chicken in a creamy coconut curry sauce that practically cooks itself.

Ingredients

Scale

6 bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs, skin removed (approx. 2.5 lbs)
1 tsp oil
2 (13.5 oz) cans coconut milk, full-fat or lite
2 tbsp dried basil leaves
2 tsp salt
0.75 tsp pepper
1.5 tbsp yellow curry powder
0.5–0.75 tsp chili powder
1 large red onion, chopped
8 cloves garlic, minced
2 jalapenos, seeded and finely chopped
1 tbsp cornstarch
1 tbsp cold water
1 tsp fresh ginger, grated or minced

Instructions

Carefully trim any excess fat from chicken thighs and cut into 1-inch pieces. Pat dry with paper towels.
Heat oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Sear the chicken pieces in batches for 2-3 minutes per side until lightly browned, then set aside.
Reduce heat to medium, add onion to the skillet, and sauté for 5-7 minutes until soft.
Add garlic and ginger, stirring for about 1 minute until fragrant.
Stir in diced bell pepper and cook for another 3-4 minutes.
Add curry paste and stir for 1 minute.
Pour in coconut milk and stir until smooth; bring to a simmer.
Stir in fish sauce, brown sugar, turmeric, and optional cayenne pepper.
Transfer chicken to the slow cooker and pour the sauce over it.
Cook on LOW for 4-5 hours or HIGH for 2-3 hours.
Once cooked, stir in basil leaves and lime juice.
Taste and adjust seasoning if needed. Serve over rice or noodles, garnishing with fresh herbs and lime.

Notes

This recipe can be adjusted for spice levels and dietary preferences. You can also substitute chicken with tofu for a vegetarian option.

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 240 minutes
Category: Main Course
Method: Slow Cooker
Cuisine: Asian

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 serving
Calories: 450
Sugar: 4g
Sodium: 700mg
Fat: 28g
Saturated Fat: 20g
Unsaturated Fat: 6g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 12g
Fiber: 2g
Protein: 32g
Cholesterol: 120mg

Keywords: slow cooker, chicken curry, coconut curry, basil, easy dinner