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| Slow Cooker Instant Pot Chicken Curry |
Introduction:
This flavorful chicken curry recipe is perfect for busy weeknights when you want a satisfying meal without spending hours in the kitchen. Made with tender chicken, aromatic spices, and creamy coconut milk, this dish will indeed become a family favorite. Plus, it's made even easier with the help of a slow cooker or Instant Pot.
Ingredients:
- 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cut into bite-sized pieces
- 1 onion, chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon fresh ginger, grated
- 1 tablespoon curry powder
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1 teaspoon ground coriander
- 1/2 teaspoon turmeric
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper
- 1 can (14 ounces) of coconut milk
- 1/4 cup chicken broth
- 2 tablespoons tomato paste
- 2 tablespoons cornstarch
- 2 tablespoons water
- Fresh cilantro, chopped (optional)
Instructions:
For the slow cooker:
- In a slow cooker, combine the chicken, onion, garlic, ginger, curry powder, cumin, coriander, turmeric, salt, and cayenne pepper.
- Pour in the coconut milk, chicken broth, and tomato paste, and stir to combine.
- Cover and cook on low for 6-8 hours or high for 3-4 hours, until the chicken is tender and fully cooked.
- In a small bowl, whisk together the cornstarch and water until smooth. Stir into the curry mixture and cook on high for 30 minutes, until the sauce has thickened.
- Serve over rice or with naan bread, and garnish with fresh cilantro, if desired.
For the Instant Pot:
- Set the Instant Pot to sauté mode. Add the chicken, onion, garlic, ginger, curry powder, cumin, coriander, turmeric, salt, and cayenne pepper, and sauté for 3-4 minutes, until the chicken is browned on all sides.
- Add the coconut milk, chicken broth, and tomato paste, and stir to combine.
- Secure the lid and set the Instant Pot to manual mode on high pressure for 10 minutes.
- Once the cooking time is complete, use the quick-release method to release the pressure.
- In a small bowl, whisk together the cornstarch and water until smooth. Stir into the curry mixture and set the Instant Pot to sauté mode for an additional 5-10 minutes, until the sauce has thickened.
- Serve over rice or with naan bread, and garnish with fresh cilantro, if desired.
Conclusion:
This slow cooker Instant Pot chicken curry is a delicious and easy way to enjoy the flavors of India in the comfort of your own home. Whether you use a slow cooker or Instant Pot, this recipe will surely be a hit with your family and friends. Give it a try and see for yourself how easy and satisfying cooking with a slow cooker or Instant Pot can be!
