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Slow Cooker Indian Stew
I made this Slow Cooker Indian Stew for dinner tonight. Oh dear, did it hit the spot! It had the hearty, filling effect, without being a heavy high-fat recipe. Most of the ingredients are probably in your stockpile or freezer – making this an easy recipe to throw together on i-have-no-idea-what-to-make-for-dinner-days.
About an hour before serving the stew, I made a big batch of basmati rice in the rice cooker – timing both to be done about the same time. Ahhhh. . .between the fragrant basmati rice and the rich curry – my house smells divine.
INGREDIENTS
2 – 3 large, fresh chicken breasts, whole (about 1-2 pounds)
1 medium onion. diced finely
3 garlic cloves, minced
1 1/2 Tablespoons curry powder
2 Teaspoons ground ginger
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper (leave out if you don’t like spice)
2 cans (15 oz) garbanzo beans, rinsed and drained
2 cans (14 to 15 oz) diced tomatoes
1 cup chicken broth
Prepared separately – rice, if desired, I prefer basmati with this recipe
HOW TO PREPARE
1.) Place whole chicken breasts in bottom of slow cooker
2.) Add all ingredients. Give it a good stir.
3.) Place lid on crockpot and cook on low for 8-10 hours or high for 4-6 hours, until chicken is cooked completely.
4.) After chicken breast are cooked – take two forks and pull chicken apart – shredding it in the stew.
5.) Serve over hot rice. Try to only have one bowl – I dare you.
I think this stew would be easily adaptable. If you prefer a vegetarian variation, replace the chicken with some of your favorite veggies or add another can of chickpeas (and sub broth of vegetable broth).
I think maybe I might try some diced celery, diced carrots or small cauliflower florets next time. Or small diced potatoes! You could also consider adding some coconut milk for a creamier consistency. Ā I’d love to know what variations you try!
This recipe was adapted from this Slow Cooker Indian Chicken Stew from Midwest Living.
I’d love to know what you think! Leave a comment if you give this recipe a try.
Britt says
I made this for my husband and he loved it! I add coconut cream at the end to make it a bit richer and it turns out perfectly. Thanks so much! I just made another batch!
Brianne Bowman says
My kids are begging for me to make this again so I will make it again today š Thanks for sharing
Heather Clarke says
Hi Brianne – So glad your kids love this recipe!!
Heather says
I tried this today and it was excellent. I added carrots to it and served over cous cous. Very tasty and we will have this again.