Slow Cooker Coconut Chicken

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Poulet Coco à la mijoteuse

Relish in the tender, succulent chicken infused with exotic coconut goodness, creating a delightful and easy-to-make culinary escape. A taste of the tropics in every bite!

Preparation 15 min
Cooking 60 min
Portion 4

Nutrition Facts (per serving)

Calories
385
Fat
22
Carbohydrates
11
Fibre
2
Protein
33
Sodium
295
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Ingredients

  • 1 large yellow onion, chopped 
  • 2 large red peppers, diced 
  • 2 large carrots, peeled and sliced
  • 2 cloves garlic, chopped 
  • 400 mL (1 ¾ cups) light coconut milk 
  • 60 mL (¼ cup) tomato paste 
  • 15 mL (1 tbsp) ginger, chopped 
  • 15 mL (1 tbsp) curry powder
  • 10 mL (2 tsp) paprika 
  • 10 mL (2 tsp) ground turmeric 
  • 2.5 mL (½ tsp) ground cayenne pepper (optional)
  • 454 g (1 lb) boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cut into cubes 
  • Salt and pepper, to taste

Preparation

  1. In a slow cooker, combine all ingredients except chicken cubes. 
  2. Add chicken cubes and coat well in the mixture. 
  3. Cover and simmer on high for 1 hour.
  4. Add salt and pepper to taste. 
  5. Serve with brown rice.

Note: Recipe can also be baked at 375°F (190°C) for 1 hour.

Notes

Can be kept for 3 days in the refrigerator or 3 months in the freezer.

Carol-Ann Robert
Registered Dietitian Nutritionist