– 2 pounds boneless, skinless chicken thighs
– 1 can (14 ounces) coconut milk
– 1 cup chicken broth
– 2 tablespoons red curry paste
– 1 tablespoon fish sauce
– 1 tablespoon brown sugar
– 1 medium onion, diced
– 3 cloves garlic, minced
– 1 tablespoon ginger, grated
– 1 red bell pepper, sliced
– 1 cup green beans, trimmed and cut
– 1 lime, juiced
– Fresh basil leaves, for garnish
– ½ cup shallots, thinly sliced
– ½ cup vegetable oil (for frying shallots)
– Salt and pepper, to taste
Creating Crockpot Coconut Chicken Curry with Crispy Shallot Basil Oil is simple if you follow these steps:
1. Prepare Chicken: Season the chicken thighs with salt and pepper. Place them in the bottom of the crockpot.
2. Mix Sauce Ingredients: In a bowl, whisk together coconut milk, chicken broth, red curry paste, fish sauce, and brown sugar until well combined.
3. Add Vegetables: Layer the diced onion, minced garlic, grated ginger, sliced red bell pepper, and green beans over the chicken in the crockpot.
4. Pour Sauce: Pour the coconut curry sauce over the chicken and vegetables, ensuring everything is well coated.
5. Cook: Cover the crockpot and set it to low for 6 to 8 hours or high for 3 to 4 hours, until the chicken is tender and cooked through.
6. Fry Shallots: In a small skillet, heat vegetable oil over medium heat. Add the thinly sliced shallots and fry until golden brown and crispy. Remove and drain on paper towels.
7. Finish and Serve: Once the chicken is done, stir in lime juice and garnish with fresh basil and crispy shallots before serving.
These steps will guide you in creating this incredible dish effortlessly.