Mango Chicken Curry in the slow cooker

Mango Chicken Curry in a Slow Cooker

This dish combines sweet mango with warm curry spices and tender chicken. Using a slow cooker makes the chicken very soft and allows the flavors to blend beautifully.

 Ingredients

• 500–700 g chicken (boneless thighs or breast)

• 1 cup mango puree (fresh or canned)

• 1 onion, finely chopped

• 3 cloves garlic, minced

• 1 tbsp grated ginger

• 1–2 tbsp curry powder

• 1 tsp turmeric (optional)

• 1 tsp chili powder or paprika (optional)

• 1 cup coconut milk

• 1 tbsp tomato paste

• Salt and pepper to taste

• 1 tbsp oil

• Fresh cilantro for garnish

 Slow Cooker Instructions

1. Prepare the base

   • In a bowl mix: mango puree, coconut milk, curry powder, turmeric, chili powder, tomato paste, salt, and pepper.

2. Add to slow cooker

   • Place chicken in the slow cooker.

   • Add onion, garlic, and ginger.

   • Pour the mango curry mixture over the chicken.

3. Cook

   • Low: 6–7 hours

   • High: 3–4 hours

4. Finish

   • Stir gently and taste for seasoning.

   • Garnish with chopped cilantro.

 Serve With

• Basmati rice

• Naan bread

• Steamed vegetables

 Tips

• Add diced fresh mango near the end for extra sweetness.

• If you want it spicier, add chopped green chilies.

• For thicker sauce, mix 1 tsp cornstarch with water and stir in during the last 20 minutes.