Spicy Indonesian Coconut Chicken Curry

Indonesian Chicken Recipe

Overview

This Indonesian Chicken recipe brings the exotic flavors of Southeast Asia to your table with its aromatic curry sauce and tender chicken breasts. It’s mildly spicy, but you can easily adjust the heat level to suit your taste preferences by adding more sambal oelek during preparation. Perfect for those who love bold flavors and a touch of spice!

• Total Time: 6 hours 20 minutes
  • Prep Time: 20 minutes
  • Cook Time: 6 hours

Ingredients

• 1 lb chicken breasts, cut into chunks
• 3 onions, finely chopped
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 4 slices ginger
• 1 tsp ground coriander
• 1 tsp turmeric
• 1 can (14 oz) unsweetened coconut milk
• 1 stalk lemongrass, smashed (or substitute with lemon zest)
• 1 tbsp soy sauce
• 1 tbsp brown sugar
• 1-2 tbsp sambal oelek (adjust to taste)
• Cooked rice, for serving

Instructions

1. Brown Chicken: In a skillet over medium-high heat, brown the chicken in a bit of oil until golden. Transfer the chicken to a slow cooker and add smashed lemongrass (or lemon zest).

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2. Prepare Sauce Base: Drain excess oil from the skillet, leaving about 1 tablespoon. Over medium heat, sauté the onions until softened. Add garlic, ginger, ground coriander, and turmeric. Cook until fragrant, stirring frequently.

3. Combine Ingredients: Stir in the unsweetened coconut milk and bring the mixture to a simmer. Transfer the mixture to a food processor or blender and process until smooth.

4. Cook in Slow Cooker: Pour the coconut milk mixture over the chicken in the slow cooker. Cover and cook on low for 6-8 hours or on high for 3-4 hours, until the chicken is tender and fully cooked.

5. Final Touch: About 30 minutes before serving, remove the lemongrass (if used). In a small bowl, mix soy sauce, brown sugar, and sambal oelek. Stir this mixture into the chicken in the slow cooker.

6. Serve: Serve the Indonesian chicken curry over steamed jasmine rice or your favorite grain. Garnish with fresh cilantro or sliced green onions if desired.

Nutritional Information (per serving)

• Calories: 868.3
• Total Fat: 57.8g
  • Saturated Fat: 28.5g
• Cholesterol: 217.9mg
• Sodium: 459.6mg
• Total Carbohydrates: 12.4g
  • Fiber: 1.8g
  • Sugars: 3.8g
• Protein: 74.9g

Tips for Success

• For a richer flavor, marinate the chicken in the sauce mixture for a few hours before cooking.
• Adjust the spiciness by varying the amount of sambal oelek or adding fresh chili peppers.
• Serve with traditional Indonesian condiments like sambal, fried shallots, or cucumber salad for a complete meal experience.

This Indonesian Chicken recipe offers a delightful blend of spices and textures, making it a standout dish for any occasion where you want to impress with bold, exotic flavors from the heart of Southeast Asia. Enjoy the journey of flavors with each bite! 🍲