Coconut Curry Chicken and Vegetables in the Slow Cooker

Ingredients and Weight:

• Chicken Breasts: 500 grams (1 pound)
• Coconut Milk: 1 can (240 ml)
• Curry Paste: 3-4 tablespoons (according to taste preference)
• Red Bell Peppers: 2 (sliced into pieces)
• Carrots: 2 medium (peeled and cut into chunks)
• Potatoes: 3 small (washed and cubed)
• Green Beans: 1 cup (fresh or frozen)
• Salt: 1 teaspoon (or according to taste)
• Fresh Cilantro: 1 bunch (for garnishing)

Preparation Time:

• Preparation Time: 20 minutes
• Cooking Time: 4-6 hours in a slow cooker

Difficulty Level:

Level 3 (Moderate difficulty)

Preparation Method Steps:

1. In a slow cooker, combine chicken breasts, coconut milk, curry paste, red bell peppers, carrots, and potatoes.
2. Set the slow cooker to low or high setting and let it cook for 4-6 hours.
3. An hour before the end of cooking, add green beans.
4. Check the dish for seasoning and add salt if needed.
5. Garnish with fresh cilantro before serving.

Nutritional Information: (Per serving, assuming 8 servings total)

• Calories: Approximately 400-500 calories per serving (depending on ingredients used and quantity)
• Fat: 25-30 grams of fat (most of it from coconut milk and chicken)
• Carbohydrates: 30-40 grams of carbohydrates (from vegetables and coconut milk)
• Protein: 30 grams of protein (from chicken and vegetables)

Dish Characteristics:

• Rich and creamy texture from coconut milk
• Warming and comforting dish with a mix of vegetables and chicken
• Can be customized to suit different taste preferences by adjusting the amount of curry paste and other ingredients

User Comments:

• "This dish was delicious! The combination of flavors was perfect."
• "I love how easy it is to make in a slow cooker. It was ready when I got home from work."
• "I added some extra vegetables like peas and corn for more variety."
• "The coconut milk made this dish very rich and creamy."

Special Precautions and Tips:

• Use fresh or frozen vegetables for best results.
• Adjust the amount of curry paste according to your preference for spiciness.
• If you want to add more protein, you can add some shrimp or fish during the last hour of cooking.
• This dish is great for meal prep as it can be easily doubled and stored for later meals.