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Curried Chicken In Crockpot Recipe 2025

This curried chicken in crockpot recipe delivers bold, cozy flavor with just a few pantry staples. Let your slow cooker do all the work while you enjoy tender chicken in a rich, spiced coconut sauce.

  • Total Time: 6 hours 15 minutes
  • Yield: 6 servings 1x

Ingredients

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2 lbs boneless skinless chicken thighs

1 large onion, chopped

4 cloves garlic, minced

1 tbsp fresh ginger, grated

2 tbsp curry powder

2 tbsp tomato paste

1 can (13.5 oz) coconut milk (unsweetened)

2 medium carrots, sliced

2 cups Yukon gold potatoes, cubed

Salt and pepper to taste

1 tbsp fresh lime juice

Instructions

1. Optional: Sauté onion, garlic, and ginger in oil for 3–4 minutes for added flavor.

2. Add chicken thighs to the bottom of the crockpot.

3. Top with sautéed aromatics, carrots, and potatoes.

4. Sprinkle in curry powder, salt, and pepper.

5. Whisk tomato paste into coconut milk and pour over ingredients.

6. Cover and cook on LOW for 6–8 hours or HIGH for 4 hours.

7. Before serving, stir in lime juice to brighten flavor.

8. Serve hot with rice or naan and garnish with cilantro if desired.

Notes

For a thicker curry, mash some potatoes or leave the lid off for the final 30 minutes.

Store leftovers in the fridge up to 4 days or freeze for 2 months.

Customize with chickpeas, spinach, or bell peppers near the end of cook time.

  • Author: Ellie
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 6 hours
  • Category: Dinner
  • Method: Slow Cooker
  • Cuisine: Indian-inspired

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 bowl
  • Calories: 340
  • Sugar: 4g
  • Sodium: 420mg
  • Fat: 20g
  • Saturated Fat: 12g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 7g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 16g
  • Fiber: 3g
  • Protein: 27g
  • Cholesterol: 110mg

Keywords: curried chicken in crockpot, Sweet potato, red curry paste, Skinless chicken thighs, Coconut milk, boneless chicken breast, curry powder