Slow Cooker Thai Green Chicken Curry

Ingredients and Weight:

• Chicken Breast: 500 grams (about 1 pound)
• Thai Green Curry Paste: 2 tablespoons
• Coconuts Milk: 1 liter (about 4 cups)
• Kaffir Lime Leaves: 6-8 leaves (can be found in Asian supermarkets)
• Bell Peppers: 2, sliced into chunks
• Basmati Rice: 2 cups (for serving, optional)
• Salt: 1 teaspoon (adjust according to taste)
• Fish Sauce: 1 tablespoon (optional, for more authentic flavor)
• Lime Juice: from 1-2 limes, fresh squeezed
• Coriander leaves or Cilantro: for garnishing

Preparation Time:

• Preparation: 15 minutes
• Cooking: 4-6 hours on low heat in a slow cooker
• Total Time: 4 hours 15 minutes to 6 hours 15 minutes

Difficulty Level:

Level 3 (Moderate difficulty)

Preparation Method Steps:

1. In a slow cooker, add chicken breast pieces.
2. Add Thai green curry paste and mix well with chicken.
3. Pour coconut milk and stir.
4. Add kaffir lime leaves, bell peppers, and fish sauce (if using).
5. Cover and cook on low heat for 4-6 hours.
6. Season with salt and lime juice, adjusting the flavor as desired.
7. Garnish with fresh coriander leaves or cilantro.
8. Serve over Basmati rice, if desired.

Nutritional Information: (per serving, based on 8 servings total)

• Calories: Approximately 400-500 calories per serving (depending on rice serving size)
• Fat: 20-30g
• Carbohydrates: 30-40g (including rice)
• Protein: 30-40g

Dish Characteristics:

• Creamy and rich, with a robust green curry flavor.
• Spicy and aromatic, with a blend of herbal and citrus notes.
• Slightly sweet and salty, balanced with the sourness of lime juice.
• Accompanied by fragrant Basmati rice, makes for a comforting meal.

User Comments:

1. "This dish was amazing! The flavors were so rich and complex, loved the slow-cooked chicken."
2. "The Thai green curry was very authentic and tasty. The coconut milk made it so creamy and delicious."
3. "I added some extra fish sauce for more flavor, turned out great! This will be a regular dish at our home."

Special Precautions and Tips:

• Use fresh ingredients for best results.
• Adjust the heat level by adding more or less green curry paste as per preference.
• If you can't find kaffir lime leaves, you can substitute with regular lime leaves or omit them for a more traditional green curry flavor.
• Slow cooking ensures the best flavor and texture of the chicken; do not rush the process by increasing the heat setting.