Mango Chicken Slow Cooker Curry
Mango Chicken Slow Cooker Curry is a delightful blend of sweet and savory, showcasing the simplicity and versatility of slow-cooked meals with a tropical twist. Perfect for anyone looking to enjoy a rich, creamy, and flavorful dish, this recipe combines tender chicken, ripe mangoes, and coconut milk to create a culinary journey that balances exotic flair with the comfort of a home-cooked meal. Whether you’re aiming for a weeknight staple or a festive meal to impress, this dish promises an exquisite experience.
Prep Time
15 minutes
Cooking Time
3 hours on high or 6 hours on low
Servings
This recipe yields 4 servings.
Ingredients
- Chicken breasts, 4 (about 2 pounds or 0.9 kg)
- Ripe large mangoes, 2 (to make 1kg or about 2 pounds of mango puree)
- Full-fat coconut milk, 400 ml (about 13.5 fl oz)
- Tomato puree, 200 ml (about 7 fl oz)
- Red curry paste, 2 tablespoons (about 30 ml)
- Fresh baby spinach, 2 cups (about 60 grams)
- Red bell pepper, 1 large (diced)
- Lime juice, 2 tablespoons (about 30 ml)
- Fresh cilantro, for garnish
- Salt, 1 teaspoon (about 5 grams)
- Black pepper, ½ teaspoon (about 2 grams)
Method
- Place the chicken breasts at the bottom of your slow cooker.
- In a bowl, whisk together the coconut milk, red curry paste, salt, and black pepper. Pour this mixture over the chicken in the slow cooker.
- Add the diced mango and red bell pepper on top of the chicken.
- Cover and cook on low for 6 hours or on high for 3 hours.
- In the last 30 minutes of cooking, stir in the fresh baby spinach and cook until wilted.
- Just before serving, stir in lime juice for an added zest.
- Garnish with fresh cilantro. Serve hot with rice or naan bread.
This Mango Chicken Slow Cooker Curry is not just a dish; it’s an adventure. Its combination of flavors and textures makes it a standout recipe that’s perfect for any occasion. The ease of preparation and the depth of flavor achieved with the slow cooking process ensure that this dish will become a cherished addition to your culinary repertoire. Enjoy the creamy, sweet, and savory harmony in every bite, and let this dish take center stage at your dining table.
Nutritional Information (Approx)
- Calories: 450
- Protein: 35g
- Carbohydrates: 55g
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Cholesterol: 90mg
- Sodium: 400mg
- Fiber: 3g
- Sugar: 40g