Indonesian Coconut Chicken Crock Pot
Transform your weeknight dinner routine with this Indonesian Coconut Chicken recipe made effortlessly in a crock pot. Succulent bone-in chicken thighs are slow-cooked to perfection in a luxurious, aromatic sauce infused with creamy coconut milk, fresh ginger, garlic, and a medley of vibrant spices like turmeric, cumin, and coriander. The addition of sweet soy sauce (Kecap Manis) lends a subtle caramelized sweetness, while lime juice adds a zesty brightness to the dish. Perfectly paired with fragrant jasmine rice and garnished with fresh cilantro, this easy crock pot chicken recipe delivers authentic Indonesian-inspired flavors with minimal effort. With just 15 minutes of prep and a hands-off cook time, it's a comforting and flavorful meal your family will adore.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 lbs Chicken thighs (bone-in, skinless)
- 14 oz Coconut milk (full-fat)
- 1 medium Yellow onion, chopped
- 3 cloves Garlic, minced
- 1 tbsp Fresh ginger, grated
- 1 tsp Turmeric powder
- 1 tsp Ground coriander
- 1 tsp Cumin
- 2 tbsp Sweet soy sauce (Kecap Manis)
- 0.5 tsp Salt
- 0.5 tsp Black pepper
- 0.25 tsp Red chili flakes (optional)
- 1 tbsp Lime juice
- 2 tbsp Fresh cilantro, chopped (for garnish)
- 4 cups Cooked jasmine rice (for serving)
Instructions
Prepare the chicken thighs by trimming excess fat and patting them dry with paper towels.
In a crock pot, combine the chopped onion, minced garlic, and grated ginger to create a flavor-packed base.
Add turmeric powder, ground coriander, cumin, salt, black pepper, and red chili flakes (if using). Stir to evenly coat the aromatics.
Pour in the coconut milk and sweet soy sauce (Kecap Manis), and mix well to create a rich and creamy sauce.
Place the chicken thighs into the crock pot, ensuring they are fully submerged in the coconut sauce.
Set the crock pot to low and cook for 5-6 hours, or until the chicken is tender and easily falls off the bone.
Once cooked, stir in lime juice to add brightness and balance to the dish.
Serve the Indonesian Coconut Chicken over warm jasmine rice and garnish with freshly chopped cilantro.
Enjoy this aromatic and comforting slow-cooked Indonesian-inspired meal!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
855 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 40.9 g | 52% | |
| Saturated Fat | 25.9 g | 130% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 211 mg | 70% | |
| Sodium | 645 mg | 28% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 71.9 g | 26% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 4.0 g | 14% | |
| Total Sugars | 8.6 g | ||
| Protein | 49.5 g | 99% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.4 mcg | 2% | |
| Calcium | 86 mg | 7% | |
| Iron | 8.1 mg | 45% | |
| Potassium | 943 mg | 20% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
