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Crockpot Thai Broccoli Rabe Chicken Curry.

This Crockpot Thai Broccoli Rabe Chicken Curry is a flavor-packed, comforting dish that cooks itself!
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 6 hours
Total Time 6 hours 15 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Thai

Ingredients
  

  • 1 unit yellow onion finely diced
  • 6 cloves garlic minced or grated
  • 1 inch piece fresh ginger peeled and grated
  • 1 stalk lemongrass finely chopped
  • 0.25 cup Thai red curry paste
  • 2 tablespoons fish sauce
  • 2 14 ounce cans full-fat coconut milk
  • 2 tablespoons honey
  • 1 pound boneless skinless chicken breasts or thighs diced
  • 1 bunch broccoli rabe ends trimmed and roughly chopped
  • 0.25 cup fresh basil and/or cilantro thoroughly chopped
  • to taste Steamed rice for serving
  • to taste Arils from one pomegranate for serving
  • to taste Chopped peanuts for serving

Equipment

  • Crockpot
  • Cutting board and knife
  • Measuring cups and spoons
  • Wooden spoon
  • Serving dishes

Method
 

  1. Begin by finely dicing the yellow onion and chopping the lemongrass. Mince the garlic and grate the ginger. Having everything ready will make the cooking process seamless.
  2. In a bowl, mix together the diced onion, minced garlic, grated ginger, chopped lemongrass, and Thai red curry paste. This will form the flavorful base of your curry.
  3. In your crockpot, add the mixture from Step 2. Pour in the full-fat coconut milk, followed by the fish sauce and honey. Stir gently to combine all the ingredients.
  4. Next, add the diced chicken to the crockpot. Make sure the chicken is evenly coated with the curry mixture to absorb all the delicious flavors.
  5. Add the roughly chopped broccoli rabe to the crockpot. This will infuse the dish with vibrant color and nutrition.
  6. Cover the crockpot and cook on low for 6-8 hours or high for 3-4 hours. The chicken should be tender and the flavors well blended.
  7. Once cooked, stir in the chopped basil or cilantro just before serving to add a fresh burst of flavor.
  8. Serve your delicious curry over steamed rice and top with pomegranate arils and chopped peanuts for an extra crunch.

Notes

  • You can refrigerate leftovers in an airtight container for up to 4 days.
  • For longer storage, freeze the curry in freezer-safe containers for up to 3 months.
  • To reheat, thaw in the refrigerator overnight and warm on the stove or microwave until heated through.