Ingredients and Weight:
- Chicken breast (boneless and skinless) - 800 grams
- Potatoes - 500 grams (peeled and cubed)
- Coconut milk - 1 liter
- Curry powder - 3 tablespoons
- Garam masala - 2 teaspoons
- Oil - 2 tablespoons
- Salt and pepper - to taste
- Fresh cilantro or basil - for garnishing (optional)
Preparation Time:
- Preparation: 15 minutes
- Cooking: 4-6 hours (slow cooker)
- Total Time: 4 hours 15 minutes to 6 hours 15 minutes
Difficulty Level: Level 3 (Moderate)
Preparation Method Steps:
- In a slow cooker, add oil and chicken breast pieces.
- Sprinkle with salt and pepper and mix well.
- Add cubed potatoes and curry powder.
- Pour coconut milk over the top and sprinkle with garam masala.
- Set the slow cooker to low and let it cook for 4-6 hours, until the chicken is tender and the potatoes are cooked through.
- Garnish with fresh cilantro or basil before serving.
Nutritional Information:
- Calories: Approximately 500-600 per serving (depending on the size of the portions)
- Carbohydrates: From potatoes and coconut milk
- Protein: From chicken breast
- Fat: From coconut milk and oil
- Fiber: From potatoes and cilantro/basil (if used)
Dish Characteristics:
- Creamy and rich due to coconut milk.
- Spicy and aromatic due to curry powder and garam masala.
- Slow-cooked, resulting in tender chicken and potatoes.
- Suitable for American taste due to its creamy texture and mild to medium spice level.
User Comments:
- "This dish was so easy to make! The flavor was amazing, especially the combination of coconut milk and curry."
- "I love the slow-cooked tenderness of the chicken and potatoes. The dish is quite filling and satisfying."
- "The aroma while cooking was incredible! The dish tastes even better than it smells."
Special Precautions and Tips:
- Use fresh ingredients for best results, especially the coconut milk and fresh herbs for garnishing.
- Adjust the spice level by adding more or less curry powder and garam masala according to personal preference.
- Slow cookers have different settings, so adjust the cooking time accordingly to achieve the desired tenderness of chicken and potatoes.