Creamy Slow Cooker Chicken Curry
Tender chicken simmered with onion, ginger, warm spices, and a silky cream finish for a comforting curry with rich flavor.
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Ingredients
- 1.5 lb chicken thighs or breasts, cut into bite-sized pieces
- 1 large onion, finely chopped
- 1 tbsp ginger, grated
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tbsp curry powder
- 1 tsp ground cumin
- 1 tsp salt
- 0.5 tsp black pepper
- 2 tbsp tomato paste
- 1 cup chicken broth
- 1 cup half and half cream
- 2 large eggs
- 1 tbsp oil
- 2 tbsp fresh cilantro for garnish
Instructions
- 1
Heat the oil in a skillet over medium heat and sauté the onion for 3 to 4 minutes until softened. Add the ginger and garlic and cook for 30 seconds.
5 min
- 2
Stir in the curry powder, cumin, salt, pepper, and tomato paste. Cook for 1 minute to bloom the spices.
2 min
- 3
Transfer the onion mixture to the slow cooker. Add the chicken and chicken broth, then stir to coat everything evenly.
5 min
- 4
Cover and cook on high for 35 minutes, or until the chicken is fully cooked and tender.
35 min
- 5
In a bowl, whisk the eggs with the half and half cream. Stir a few spoonfuls of the hot curry into the egg mixture to temper it, then slowly stir the mixture back into the slow cooker.
3 min
- 6
Cook uncovered for 5 minutes, stirring gently, until the sauce thickens slightly. Garnish with cilantro and serve hot.
5 min
Nutrition Facts
430
kcal
Calories
34
g
Protein
10
g
Carbs
26
g
Fat
2
g
Fiber
720
mg
Sodium
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Beverage Pairings
Great pairings balance the weight and flavor of the dish: crisp, high-acid drinks refresh rich or fried food, a touch of sweetness tames spice, and light dishes suit light-bodied drinks. Both alcoholic and non-alcoholic options can shine.
Wine, Beer & Spirits
Off-dry fruit tames the chilli heat. A little sweetness tempers the chilli heat.
Serve well chilled (8°C).
Dry rosé is remarkably versatile across savory dishes. Enough structure to stand up to a rich, hearty dish.
Serve well chilled (8–10°C).
Non-Alcoholic
A cooling yogurt drink to soothe the spice. A little sweetness tempers the chilli heat.
Serve cold.
Tangy and fizzy — a refreshing, alcohol-free cooler. A little sweetness tempers the chilli heat.
Serve over ice.
Light and palate-cleansing — a safe, refreshing choice. Enough structure to stand up to a rich, hearty dish.
Steep at 75–80°C for 2 minutes.
A clean, neutral refresher that suits almost any dish. Enough structure to stand up to a rich, hearty dish.
Serve cold with a citrus twist.
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