Simple and easy to make and loaded with flavor, this Crockpot chicken curry is perfect for family weeknight meals. Made with chicken breast, this yellow curry is sweet, tangy and a breeze to make.
Slow Cooker Yellow Chicken Curry
If you’ve got a craving for a curry, I’ve got you covered with this recipe!
Made in the Crockpot, this is an effortless way to make a super flavorful chicken curry. Skip the Indian takeout this week and make up a batch of this instead, I promise you, you won’t be disappointed!
Be sure to try my Massaman Chicken Curry and Thai Red Curry too!
Why You’ll Love this Crockpot Chicken Curry Recipe:
- Mild: This is a great curry recipe that the whole family will love. It’s very flavorful but not spicy, so it’s great for little mouths and those that are sensitive to heat.
- One pot: Everything in this dish is made in the Crockpot, so clean up is a breeze.
- Make ahead: Set this ready to go earlier in the day and have a delicious dinner waiting for you. The leftovers taste pretty good too the next day!
How to make Crockpot Chicken Curry
Be sure to see the recipe card below for full ingredients & instructions!
- Whisk together the ingredients for the curry sauce in the slow cooker.
- Add in the chicken breasts and veggies and stir.
- Cook.
- Stir in the coconut milk and stir in the flour slurry.
- Cook on high.
- Stir and squeeze in the lime juice.
- Serve!
Can you make this with chicken thighs?
Absolutely! I have made this with thighs and breasts and it’s delicious either way, so feel free to use whatever you prefer or have to hand. Just cut it into pieces, stir into the sauce and you are good to go.
Can you make it ahead of time?
I love Crockpot dinners as you can set them to go earlier in the day and sit down to a delicious meal in the evening. Once you have made the chicken curry, it can sit in the Crockpot on the warm setting for up to 2 hours before serving.
Leftovers will keep well in the fridge in an airtight container for up to 4 days and can be reheated on the stovetop.
What do you serve it with?
This yellow chicken curry is great to serve with basmati rice and naan. You can also serve it with cauliflower rice or noodles if you prefer.
I like to add some lime wedges and cilantro for freshness and stir in some peanuts for some added crunch.
Recipe Tips and Notes
- Cut the chicken into similar size chunks so that it cooks through evenly.
- If you prefer your curries on the spicy side, you can add in some red chili peppers, chili flakes or some cayenne.
- Feel free to add in additional veggies like peas or mushrooms if you like.
This Crockpot chicken curry is one delicious make ahead dinner to make meal times a breeze. It’s so vibrant and fresh, even your picky easter will love this!
More Crockpot Recipes
- Crockpot Chicken Parmesan
- Crockpot Chicken Tortilla Soup
- Crockpot Italian Chicken
- Crockpot Chicken Marsala
If you’ve made this recipe, please be sure to let us know by leaving a star rating or a comment below. Enjoy!
Crockpot Yellow Chicken Curry Recipe
Ingredients
- ½ cup low-sodium chicken broth
- 2 tablespoons low-sodium soy sauce
- 2 tablespoons brown sugar
- 1½ tablespoons curry powder
- ½ teaspoon kosher salt
- ¼ teaspoon ground black pepper
- 4 cloves garlic minced
- 1 piece fresh ginger grated (about 1 inch)
- 2 pounds boneless, skinless chicken breasts cut into bite-sized pieces
- 4 golden potatoes cubes
- 2 carrots sliced
- 1 onion diced
- 13.5 ounces coconut milk 1 can
- 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
- 1 lime juiced (about 2 tablespoons)
Optional Toppings:
- Fresh cilantro
- Chopped cashews or peanuts
Equipment
Instructions
- Whisk the chicken broth, soy sauce, brown sugar, curry powder, salt, pepper, garlic, and ginger together in the crockpot.½ cup low-sodium chicken broth, 2 tablespoons low-sodium soy sauce, 2 tablespoons brown sugar, 1½ tablespoons curry powder, ½ teaspoon kosher salt, ¼ teaspoon ground black pepper, 4 cloves garlic, 1 piece fresh ginger
- Add the chicken breasts, potatoes, carrots, and onion to the slow cooker and stir to coat in the sauce.2 pounds boneless, skinless chicken breasts, 4 golden potatoes, 2 carrots, 1 onion
- Cover and cook for 3-4 hours on a high or 4-6 hours on low.
- Uncover and stir in the coconut milk.13.5 ounces coconut milk
- To thicken the curry, combine 2 tablespoons flour with 2 tablespoons water in a small dish.2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
- Stir in the flour mixture.
- Turn the slow cooker to high, cover with lid, and cook for another 15-30 minutes.
- Give the curry a good stir. If the consistency is still thin, turn off the slow cooker, and let the curry sit for a few minutes.
- Finish with a few squeezes of lime juice.1 lime
- Sprinkle with fresh cilantro, and chopped cashews or peanuts.Fresh cilantro, Chopped cashews or peanuts
- Serve with basmati rice and naan.
Notes
- Cut the chicken into similar size chunks so that it cooks through evenly.
- If you prefer your curries on the spicy side, you can add in some red chili peppers, chili flakes or some cayenne.
- Feel free to add in additional veggies like peas or mushrooms if you like.
Judy says
haven’t made this yet – but will soon. my comment on the recipe involves the instructions on the card – as I believe you have mixed up the crockpot heat setting/times in #3 above.
Becky Hardin says
We will need to fix that!
Kelly Hergert says
Hey I found another issue why is it more time to cook on high then on low. Number 3 Cover and cook for 3-4 hours on a low or 4-6 hours on high.
Is it reversed?
Becky Hardin says
Good catch! Yes, those times are reversed. I’ve just updated the recipe!
Andrea R says
I was getting my veggies and chicken prepped for this recipe and noticed your pictures show onions in the bowl and in the dish, yet the recipe doesn’t have any onion listed in the ingredients list?
Becky Hardin says
Thanks for letting us know!
Harriet says
This curry is so amazing, I find with my slow cooker that even on low the addition of coconut milk always makes the sauce split, this recipe is perfect as its added right at the end, its creamy, delicious and a huge hit with the whole family! Thank you!
Becky Hardin says
I’m so glad you enjoyed it, Harriet!
Sarah says
The chicken was really dry and over cooked by the end of the cooking time. I’m going to try adding it an hour into cook time.
Becky Hardin says
Hi Sarah, all crockpots are a little different, so the cook times are guidelines. I would recommend cooking for less time!