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    TaraTeaspoon » Slow Cooker » Healthy Slow Cooker Chicken Curry

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    Healthy Slow Cooker Chicken Curry

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    Healthy chicken curry combines classic spiced flavors, lean chicken, veggies and nonfat yogurt to make a delicious, creamy curry. An easy, healthy everyday meal.


    It's easy to tell you how to use a slow cooker to make chicken curry. But what about making it a healthy meal? I left out the cream, fat and starches, but not the flavor!

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    How to make healthy chicken curry:

    I love flavorful, creamy curries. Over a bed of basmati rice with a side of garlic naan! There's not much more that can satisfy that craving.

    Some of my favorites are tikka masala, tandoori masala, and vegetable korma. I wanted to create a curry dinner that covered all my favorites. Chicken, veggies and a drinkable sauce.

    To make this healthy chicken curry low-fat I knew I needed to cut out the rich meats and cream and cut down on any added sugars or rich coconut milk.

    I used curry powder, onions, garlic, sweet raisins and carrots to create a delicious flavor base. I added turmeric for an extra kick of that classic curry color.

    And did you know turmeric was a fantastic anti-inflammatory. It's true. Healthy bonus!

    To achieve just enough creaminess in the sauce I added nonfat yogurt to this slow cooker chicken curry.

    I love lean chicken breasts, but cooking them in the slow cooker is hit or miss. I knew I wanted the lean, meaty texture of chicken breasts but I added in some boneless, skinless chicken thighs too because I know they stay nice and tender in the slow cooker.

    The mix is perfect. I feel like I'm getting my lean protein but have meaty goodness.

    To achieve just enough creaminess in the sauce I added nonfat yogurt. The tang also adds to the flavor and enhances all the spiciness.

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    I love making Indian food at home. My other currys like this easy one-skillet fish coconut curry are delicious.

    Making Indian food in the slow cooker is a bonus. But once you have the spices in your pantry, you're good to go with just a few other ingredients. I've even taken shortcuts, like with my Chicken Biryani, I use a curry paste blend from the store. It's delish too!

    You could certainly use a multicooker for this recipe (I just got this one and have lots of learning to do!). I have not tested the timing, but all of the elements would hold up well in that style of pressure cooker.

    I use my favorite slow cooker and let it simmer for several hours. I love how the flavors absorb into the chicken and veggies.

    How to serve healthy slow cooker chicken curry:

    This chicken curry is flavorful and low-calorie. It includes vitamin C-rich cauliflower, vitamin A packed carrots and anti-inflammitory turmeric. Serve it with plenty of fresh cilantro.

    You can serve this curry over whole-grain brown rice or quinoa for added fiber. That way you don't have to miss out on the rice, but you get added health benefits.

    Healthy Slow Cooker Chicken in blue bowl

    Healthy Slow Cooker Chicken Curry

    Tara Teaspoon
    Healthy slow cooker chicken curry combines classic spiced flavors, lean chicken, veggies and nonfat yogurt to make a delicious, creamy curry. An easy, healthy everyday meal.
    4.7 from 10 votes
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    Prep Time 20 mins
    Cook Time 7 hrs
    Total Time 7 hrs 20 mins
    Course Main Course
    Cuisine healthy
    Servings 6 servings
    Calories 219 kcal

    Ingredients
      

    • 1½ lbs chicken breasts and thighs boneless, skinless, cut into 3-inch pieces
    • 1 small onion thinly sliced
    • 3 carrots sliced into thick rounds
    • 4 tsp curry powder
    • 2 tbsp cornstarch
    • 1 tsp kosher salt
    • ½ tsp ground black pepper
    • ¾ tsp ground tumeric
    • ½ head cauliflower cut into large florets
    • 2 cloves garlic, minced
    • ⅓ cup raisins
    • 1¼ cup plain nonfat yogurt
    • ¼ cup chopped cilantro , plus more for garnish
    • Brown rice or quinoa (optional)

    Instructions
     

    • Add the chicken, onion and carrots to a 6-qt slow cooker. Combine the curry powder, cornstarch, salt, pepper and turmeric in a small bowl and toss with chicken mixture. Add cauliflower, garlic, raisins and ⅓ cup water; cover and cook 4 hr on high or 8 hr on low.
    • Ladle about 1 cup of the cooking liquid into a bowl and combine with the yogurt and cilantro; add mixture back to the slow cooker, stirring gently. Season with salt as needed.
    • Serve on brown rice or quinoa if desired with cilantro on top.

    Notes

    Serve this chicken curry over whole-grain brown rice or quinoa for added fiber.

    Nutrition

    Serving: 1servingCalories: 219kcalCarbohydrates: 19gProtein: 28gFat: 3gSaturated Fat: 1gCholesterol: 74mgSodium: 584mgPotassium: 767mgFiber: 2gSugar: 6gVitamin A: 5187IUVitamin C: 6mgCalcium: 132mgIron: 1mg
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    Recipe by Tara Teaspoon and Khalil Hymore. Photographs by Peter Ardito. Food Stylist Susan Ottaviano. Prop Stylist Michelle Wong. Originally published LHJ Feb 11.

    Filed Under: Chicken, Main Dish, Slow Cooker Tagged With: chicken, chicken curry, Curry, easy dinner, healthy, naan, slow cooker, vegetables, yogurt

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    Comments

    1. Brittany Smart says

      August 01, 2018 at 10:43 am

      I love curry! Can't wait to try this recipe out, seem so simple - perfect when I'm gone all day at work or school!

      Reply
    2. Emily says

      August 01, 2018 at 1:17 pm

      I love curry but haven't made it in ages, this sounds so easy!

      Reply
    3. Bec says

      August 01, 2018 at 3:41 pm

      I'm so in love with this curry recipe, because I finally found one that doesn't call for coconut (which I'm seriously allergic to!), AND it's an easy slow cooker recipe. You are my kitchen time-saver, Tara!

      Reply
      • Tara says

        August 29, 2018 at 3:36 pm

        Oh gosh! Sorry about your allergy, but so happy I could help!

        Reply
    4. Lisa says

      August 02, 2018 at 10:59 am

      Curry is one of my favorite flavors and the sweet pops of raisin would be perfect with it. Love all the veggies in this vibrant dish.

      Reply
    5. Stephanie says

      August 02, 2018 at 11:22 am

      I love slow cooker recipes and this sounds amazing with all the yummy flavors going on here. Great idea to use yogurt for creaminess.

      Reply
    6. Elaine @ Dishes Delish says

      August 02, 2018 at 11:39 am

      Mmm. I look forward to trying your chicken curry recipe! It looks delicious and easy especially since the slow cooker does the work 🙂

      Reply
    7. Cristy says

      August 02, 2018 at 11:47 am

      This sounds amazing. I love curry, but always forget to make it.

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      Reply
    8. Adriana Lopez Martin says

      August 02, 2018 at 12:42 pm

      Yummy dinner inspired in the favors of India! Looks tempting and a great way to use a lot of veggies. Cannot wait to try it!

      Reply
    9. Shashi at SavorySpin says

      August 02, 2018 at 1:15 pm

      I am a huge fan of curry - now I'm wishing I hadn't sold my slow cooker as this looks so good!

      Reply
    10. Maegan says

      August 02, 2018 at 6:05 pm

      My husband loves curry, and slow cooker meals are the best! Thanks for the recipe!

      Reply
    11. Sharon says

      August 02, 2018 at 9:01 pm

      This really sounds like a hearty meal so full of flavor! It really looks delicious.

      Reply
    12. Jennifer says

      August 02, 2018 at 10:59 pm

      This looks so delicious! I love anything made in a slow cooker because it is so easy! Fix it and forget it!

      Reply
    13. Raina says

      August 03, 2018 at 11:41 am

      This looks so good! Love that its a slow cooker recipe too, I could always use more of those!

      Reply
    14. Becky Tarala says

      August 03, 2018 at 1:35 pm

      I use plain yogurt in so many recipes! It's a staple for me. I haven't used curry powder in forever. I've got to try this!

      Reply
    15. Jess says

      September 26, 2018 at 7:50 am

      I’m wondering if you add in the yoghurt during the simmering process or just at the end? This is my first time ever cooking a curry!!! Also just using a large stove top pot so no slow cooker this time. Tia

      Reply
    16. Mrs. Fab says

      January 25, 2019 at 1:16 pm

      Is the chicken cooked or raw?

      Reply
      • Tara says

        February 11, 2019 at 11:23 am

        In my recipes, unless I call for cooked chicken, it is assumed it is raw and ready to be prepared and cooked as the recipe methods calls for. Yes, the chicken called for in this recipe should be raw before you start the cooking process.

        Reply
    17. mrsfab says

      January 30, 2019 at 12:17 am

      Your “Nutrition Facts” is omitting serving size. Hard to calculate if you don’t include the serving size. You know, like is it per teaspoon or cup? ??‍♀️??‍♀️

      I made this recipe but I can’t make it again if I don’t have the info to enter into my log.

      Reply
      • Tara says

        February 11, 2019 at 11:22 am

        Hi MrsFab, the serving size is one sixth of the recipe. The recipe serves 6 and that is how the nutrition facts are calculated. When I make it again I can get a cup measurement for you.

        Reply
    18. Mary Bench says

      May 18, 2019 at 1:31 pm

      This looks delicious for a curry-lover!

      Reply
    19. Corinne R says

      June 10, 2019 at 5:11 pm

      When do you add the yogurt?

      Reply
      • Tara says

        June 10, 2019 at 5:19 pm

        hi Corinne
        Add it in step two. You mix it with the liquid and stir it into the slow cooker.

        Reply

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