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Slow Cooker Chicken and Sweet Potato Curry

This Slow Cooker Chicken and Sweet Potato Curry is a comforting dish featuring tender chicken thighs, creamy sweet potatoes, and aromatic spices, perfect for family gatherings or cozy evenings.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 8 hours
Total Time 8 hours 15 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: Comfort Food, Indian
Calories: 450

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 2 lbs chicken thighs, skinless and boneless
  • 2 medium sweet potatoes, peeled and cubed
  • 1 onion, chopped
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tablespoon ginger, grated
  • 1 can coconut milk (13.5 oz)
  • 1 can diced tomatoes (14.5 oz)
  • 2 tablespoons curry powder
  • 1 teaspoon cumin
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Fresh cilantro for garnish

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Start by prepping your vegetables. Peel and cube the sweet potatoes, chop the onion, and mince the garlic and ginger.
  2. Begin by placing the cubed sweet potatoes into the bottom of the slow cooker. Follow with the chopped onion, garlic, and ginger.
  3. Next, layer the chicken thighs over the vegetables.
  4. In a separate bowl, combine the coconut milk, diced tomatoes, curry powder, cumin, salt, and pepper. Whisk until well blended.
  5. Pour the spice mixture over the chicken and vegetables in the slow cooker, making sure everything is evenly coated.
  6. Cover and cook on low for 6-8 hours or on high for 4 hours. The chicken should be tender and infused with flavor.
  7. Stir the curry and taste for seasoning. Adjust as needed, then serve it hot, garnished with fresh cilantro.

Notes

Feel free to customize this recipe! You can substitute chicken thighs for chicken breast if you prefer leaner meat. For a vegetarian option, chickpeas or lentils work wonderfully as a replacement. Make sure to cut your sweet potatoes into even pieces to ensure they cook uniformly. Let it cool completely before storing; it can last in the fridge for up to 4 days or can be frozen for up to 3 months.