Coconut Chicken Curry Soup Made in the Slow Cooker – Crockpot
A Healthy & Delicious Chicken Curry soup made right in your Crockpot or Slow Cooker. Easy and Healthy Soup Recipe.
Step out of your chicken noodle comfort zone and try this delicious Coconut Chicken Curry soup recipe. Easy to prepare and the end result is a rich green broth that is just brimming with nutrients.
This Soup has a Burst of Flavor and Tons of Nutrients
There are a few things in this soup that many people may not be familiar with, like coconut milk and lemon grass. Both of these ingredients provides a burst of flavor and freshness that you won’t find in an ordinary soup.
Tumeric is the main ingredient in curry powder and tumeric itself has some amazing health benefits. You can read more about the health benefits of tumeric here.
Soup Tips:
Make sure to cut off the ends of the lemon grass and peel away the tough outer layer with a sharp knife. Grate the lemon grass or chop it very fine with a sharp knife. If you have a few bigger pieces, you can let them simmer in the soup but toss them out when the soup is ready to serve.
Coconut milk can be found in the International food isle. On occasion it can be also found with the canned milk.
- This is a great soup to use boneless chicken thighs because they really add a lot of flavor to the soup and shred similar to the chicken breast. Chicken thighs are typically much cheaper, making this soup easy on the budget.
Nutritious and Delicious - You will love this Slow Cooker Chicken Curry Soup
- 4 boneless skinless chicken thighs
- 4 cups chicken broth
- 1 13,6 oz. can unsweetened coconut milk
- 3-4 cloves garlic
- 1 bunch green onions, cleaned and chopped
- 1-1/2 tablespoons curry powder
- 2 stalks lemongrass minced
- 1 tablespoon peeled and minced fresh ginger
- 1 5 oz. package organic baby spinach
- 1 teaspoon dried cilantro
- 3 teaspoons chicken base optional
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon pepper
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Place everything in the slow cooker with the exception of the spinach and lime juice.
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Cook on high for about 4.5 hours.
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Carefully remove chicken and shred with a fork.
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Put chicken back into the slow cooker along with the spinach and lime juice.
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Cook for an additional 20 minutes or until spinach is tender.
You can use any type of fresh spinach or a box of frozen spinach. Just make sure if you use frozen spinach it is well thawed and drained of any moisture.
What to Serve with Chicken Curry Soup
This delicious soup can be served as a main course for lunch or dinner.
- Flatbread is perfect for soaking up the flavorful broth in the soup.
- Serve the chicken curry soup over a bed of white or brown rice to add some bulk and texture to the dish.
- A simple side salad of mixed greens, tomatoes, and cucumbers.
This Chicken Curry Soup recipe is a healthy and healing soup that you can cook for someone when they have a cold or flu. This is a nutrient-dense food and has the healing properties of tumeric. This soup is so delicious so don’t be hesitant to try it!
Health Benefits of Tumeric
Turmeric is a spice that is commonly used in Indian, Middle Eastern, and Southeast Asian cuisine. Turmeric contains a powerful compound called curcumin, which has potent anti-inflammatory properties. Curcumin is also a powerful antioxidant, which means it helps protect your body from damage caused by harmful molecules known as free radicals.
Coconut Curry Chicken Soup Variations
- Add some chick peas to the soup
- Add some white beans
- Toss in some green peas
Try Your Hand at Making Curry Powder at Home!
Here’s a basic recipe for making your own curry powder at home:
Ingredients:
- 2 tablespoons ground coriander
- 2 tablespoons ground cumin
- 2 tablespoons ground turmeric
- 1 tablespoon ground ginger
- 1 tablespoon ground cinnamon
- 1 teaspoon ground black pepper
- 1 teaspoon ground mustard seeds
- 1 teaspoon ground cardamom
- 1/2 teaspoon ground cloves
- 1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg
- Optional: 1-2 teaspoons cayenne pepper (for extra heat)
Instructions:
Combine all the spices in a bowl and mix well.
Store the curry powder in an airtight container in a cool, dry place.
Note: This recipe is just a starting point, and you can adjust the quantities and types of spices to suit your taste preferences. You can also toast whole spices before grinding them for extra flavor. Be sure to experiment and have fun with it!
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Hamilton Beach Set ‘n Forget Programmable Slow Cooker, 6-Quart
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